Think you’ve got your head wrapped around Song of Roland? Put your knowledge to
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Q. Who is Roland's foil?
Duke Naimes
Ganelon
Marsile
Oliver
Q. What do Archbishop Turpin's fighting skillz say about the relationship between war and religion?
they counteract each other: fighting discourages converts
they work together: swords serve the church
they are antagonistic: it's bad to kill people
they are neutral: but it's better of Christians don't go to war
Q. What is Charlemagne's reaction to Gabriel's message at the end of the poem?
joyful obedience
sorrowful disappointment
tongue-tied amazement
violent suspicion
Q. What is Bramimonde's new name when she is baptized a Christian?
Juliana
Rolanda
Cinderella
Ruth
Q. How is Oliver a mentor to Roland?
he is older and more experienced
he is Roland's superior in the army
he sits cross-legged in a swamp and talks backward
he advises him on the best course of action