Story Understanding
Why does Don Quixote often misunderstand the world around him?
Because his imagination makes ordinary things seem magical or dangerous
What does Don Quixote believe the windmills are?
Giants.
What does “squire” mean?
A knight’s assistant or helper.
Name one positive trait Don Quixote shows.
Brave or Honorable
Who does Don Quixote think is responsible for ruining his plans?
Wizards
What role does Sancho Panza usually take during their adventures?
He acts as the realistic companion who tries to give Don Quixote practical advice.
What starts the fight at the inn involving Don Quixote’s armor?
Mule drivers move his armor, which he thinks dishonors him.
What does “chivalry” mean?
A code of honorable and brave behavior expected of knights.
What trait does Sancho have that balances Don Quixote?
Realistic/practical
Why do people often trick Don Quixote?
Because they find his behavior amusing and easy to manipulate.
What does Don Quixote usually blame when things go wrong?
He blames wizards he believes are sabotaging him.
Who is the man with the green eye patch?
A well-known puppeteer who performs tricks and shows. (Ginés de Pasamonte)
What does “meddle” mean?
To interfere in someone else’s business.
Give an example of Don Quixote acting brave
(fighting "giants", saving princesses, fighting lions, etc...)
What magical punishment does Don Quixote believe the palace ladies suffer from?
Having beards caused by the wizard Malambruno.
How do people in the story typically react to Don Quixote and Sancho?
They laugh at them, play tricks, or watch them with curiosity.
How do pranksters make Don Quixote believe he and Sancho are flying?
By blowing air on them with bellows to create fake wind.
What does “idealistic” mean?
Believing in noble or perfect ideas, even if they are unrealistic.
What quality of Don Quixote most often gets him into trouble?
His wild imagination.
How does Don Quixote misinterpret the puppeteer’s show?
He thinks the puppet battle is real and tries to intervene heroically.
Why does Don Quixote continue adventuring even after constant failures?
Because his deep belief in chivalry convinces him that he is meant to fix the world.
In what way might Don Quixote make the world better?
He inspires bravery, kindness, and imagination in others.
What are “spoils”?
Rewards or goods taken after a victory or quest.
Sancho proves that he is not only loyal and practical, but this trait as well towards the end of the novel:
wise
How does the poem on Don Quixote’s grave describe him?
As a good and brave man who lived crazy but died sane.