16 Questions
Who sends offers of treasures to Charlemagne and the promise to withdraw the army to France?
King Marsilla
Who warns the council not to believe the treacherous Marsilla?
Count Roland
Who declares that it would be a sin to refuse Marsilla's offer to become a Christian and vassal of the king?
Ganelon
Who suggests Ganelon as the fitting messenger for the dangerous mission?
Count Roland
Who dispatches an emissary to accept Marsilla's proposition?
Charlemagne
Who secretly swears vengeance on Roland for placing him in a perilous position?
Ganelon
What is the purpose of the Saracen king's plot with Charlemagne?
To weaken Charlemagne's power by eliminating Roland and his troops
What was the outcome for Roland and his men in the mountain pass?
They were surprised and outnumbered, leading to their death
How did Charlemagne respond to the news of Roland's death?
He pursued the fleeing Saracens and sought vengeance
What fate did Charlemagne bring upon the traitor Ganelon?
He put Ganelon to death in a public execution
What happened to Roland's sword, Durendal, during the battle?
It remained intact and unscathed
What did Roland do just before his death?
He repented for his sins and sought God's forgiveness
How did Roland feel about his homeland and his battles as he lay dying?
He thought fondly of his homeland and the battles he fought
Who took Roland's right-hand glove as he prepared for his death?
Saint Gabriel
What assistance did Roland seek from God before his death?
'To shield my soul from its peril due'
Who descended to Roland as he prepared for his death?
Saint Michael of Peril of the sea
Explore a summary of Charlemagne's campaign in 'The Song of Roland', where he succeeds in breaking the Saracen power in Spain but faces a challenge from King Marsilla of Saragossa. Discover the political and religious intrigue in this classic epic tale.
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