Who Said That?
I am still here, and this is what he has done when I am barely outside the city?
Who is Shahzaman (p. 1177)
Fate and Destiny
What is a theme.
A high official in some Muslim countries, especially in Turkey under Ottoman rule.
What is a Vizier.
The demon said, "This is a wonderful story, and I grant you a third of my claim on the merchant's life."
What is the Third Old Man's Tale.
His son was killed by a pit
Who is the demon.
I can't believe what you say unless I see it with my own eyes.
Who is Shahrayar (p. 1179)
Miscalculation
What is a plot (lesson).
Faithfulness to a person, cause, or belief, demonstrated by continuing loyalty and support.
What is fidelity.
What is the First Old Man's Tale.
The two black dogs
The second old man's brothers.
There was a prosperous and wealthy merchant who lived in the countryside and labored on a farm....
Who is the king's vizier (p. 1183)
Story within a story
What is a motif.
An Arab leader, in particular the chief or head of an Arab tribe, family, or village.
What is a sheikh.
"I feel distracted and depressed. Leave me here and go with God's blessing and help."
What is The 1001 Nights Prologue.
Shahrazad's younger sister.
Who is Dinarzad.
I will tell you what is in my mind. I would like to marry.
Who is Shahrazad (p. 1182)
Frame story
What is a technique.
To kill or offer as a sacrifice, especially by burning.
What is immolation.
"You killed my son."
The cuckold.
Who are Kings Shahzaman and Shahrayar.
...and work him hard until he finishes the [ ] task.
What is a motif.
A man whose wife is sexually unfaithful, often regarded as an object of derision.
What is a Cuckold.
"What are you laughing at? Are you making fun of me?...Tell me what made you laugh."
What is the Tale of the Merchant and His Wife.
The slave coming from behind the tree.
Who is Mas'ud.