The Princess Bride: Chapter 1 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

Who are the beautiful women before Buttercup?

Adela Terral (correct)

Annette (correct)

Aluthra (correct)

Cinderella

Who is the farm boy, and what is his connection to Buttercup?

The farm boy, or Westley, works for Buttercup and her parents.

How does the farm boy respond to Buttercup's requests?

As you wish

When the village boys bother Buttercup, who comes to her aid?

The farm boy, or Westley Signup and view all the answers

Why do you believe he wants to help her?

Because he loves her Signup and view all the answers

What is the turning point in Buttercup's life?

When a rich man rode out of his way to see her. Signup and view all the answers

How does Buttercup describe Westley?

He had eyes like the sea before a storm, pale blonde hair, broad shoulders, muscular, perfect tan skin, tall, flat stomach, and good teeth. Signup and view all the answers

How does Westley feel about Buttercup?

He's madly in love with her and has been for a very long time. Signup and view all the answers

How do Westley and Buttercup leave one another?

With a beautiful goodbye kiss, the highest ranking kiss in history at the time. Signup and view all the answers

What great surprise takes place towards the end of the chapter?

The ship to America, which Westley was on, was captured by pirates and all of the passengers were killed. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Characters and Relationships

Beautiful women mentioned before Buttercup include Annette, Aluthra, and Adela Terral.
Westley, the farm boy, is employed by Buttercup and her parents, establishing a connection between them.
Westley responds to every request from Buttercup with “As you wish,” showcasing his devotion.

Conflict and Protection

When village boys harass Buttercup, Westley intervenes, demonstrating his protective nature by swiftly dealing with them and driving them away.
His motivation to help Buttercup is rooted in his love for her.

Key Moments in Buttercup's Life

A significant turning point for Buttercup occurs when a wealthy man goes out of his way to visit her, altering her perception of her life and prospects.
Buttercup describes Westley with vivid admiration, noting his stormy blue eyes, pale blonde hair, strong physique, perfect tan skin, and attractive smile.

Emotional Stakes

Westley is deeply in love with Buttercup, a feeling he has harbored for a long time, emphasizing the depth of their relationship.
Their parting is marked by an unforgettable kiss, recognized as the highest ranking kiss in history at that time.

Dramatic Events

A shocking twist occurs when the ship carrying Westley to America is captured by pirates, resulting in the death of all passengers aboard, marking a dark turn in the narrative.

Description

Test your knowledge of Chapter 1 from 'The Princess Bride', focusing on key characters and their relationships. This quiz covers important definitions and character interactions that set the stage for the story. Perfect for fans and students of the book!