Do You Know What's "The Song Of Roland" About?

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What's the name of the last standing city in Spain?
- Saragossa
- Madrid
- Barcelona
- Cadiz

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The Song of Roland is an epic poem based on the well-known battle of Roncevaux. This is the oldest surviving piece of French literature dating back to tenth century. If you're a fan of history and literature, then you must know what happens in this poem!

Do You Know Whats "The Song Of Roland" About? - Quiz

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Who's Charlemagne's army fighting and where?
- The Normans in Sweden
- The Muslims in Spain
- The Huns in Hungary
- The Ottoman Empire in Greece
Correct Answer

A. The Muslims in Spain

Explanation

Charlemagne's army was fighting against the Muslims in Spain. This refers to the historical conflict known as the Reconquista, which took place during the medieval period. Charlemagne, the King of the Franks and later the Emperor of the Carolingian Empire, led military campaigns against the Muslim Moors who had conquered and occupied parts of the Iberian Peninsula. The goal of these campaigns was to reclaim these territories for Christian rule.

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What happened with Roland in the battle?
- He killed king Marsile
- He ran away with the Saracens
- He killed all the Saracens himself
- He died while blowing a horn in his call for help
Correct Answer

A. He died while blowing a horn in his call for help

Explanation

Roland died while blowing a horn in his call for help. This suggests that Roland was in a dire situation during the battle and was trying to signal for assistance. Unfortunately, he was unable to receive the aid he needed and ultimately perished while sounding the horn.

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Who informed the Saracens of a way to ambush Charlemagne's army?
- Ganelon
- Roland
- Turnip
- Oliver
Correct Answer

A. Ganelon

Explanation

Ganelon informed the Saracens of a way to ambush Charlemagne's army.

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What did the Muslim's king Marsile offer Franks for leaving Spain?
- His daughter's hand in marriage
- His empire
- Treasure and his conversion to Christianity
- His loyalty and secrets about Spain
Correct Answer

A. Treasure and his conversion to Christianity

Explanation

The Muslim king Marsile offered the Franks treasure and his conversion to Christianity as a way to entice them to leave Spain. This offer suggests that Marsile was willing to give up material wealth and even change his own religious beliefs in order to remove the Franks from his kingdom.

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Which one of these is not a character in this song?
- Ludovik
- Naimon
- Oliver
- Aude
Correct Answer

A. Ludovik

Explanation

The question asks for a character that is not present in the song. The characters mentioned in the options are Ludovik, Naimon, Oliver, and Aude. Therefore, the correct answer is Ludovik, as it is the only character that is not part of the song.

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7.

What's the name of the river where the Muslims drowned?
- Ebro
- Ibro
- Celebro
- Rubicon
Correct Answer

A. Ebro

Explanation

The correct answer is Ebro. This river is known for its historical significance in the context of the Muslim conquest of Spain. During the Battle of the Ebro in 1212, the Muslim Almohad army suffered a major defeat against the combined forces of the Christian kingdoms. Many Muslim soldiers and leaders drowned while attempting to flee across the Ebro River, marking a turning point in the Reconquista.

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When did the battle of Roncevaux happen?
- In 177
- In 778
- In 1878
- In 870
Correct Answer

A. In 778

Explanation

The battle of Roncevaux happened in 778. This battle took place in the Pyrenees mountains between the Frankish army led by Charlemagne and the Basques. It resulted in a significant defeat for the Frankish forces, with many casualties including the death of Roland, a legendary knight. The battle has been immortalized in various medieval literary works, most notably in the epic poem "The Song of Roland." The year 778 marks an important historical event in the conflict between the Franks and the Basques.

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Who was Baligant?
- Roland's stepbrother and traitor
- King Marsile's greatest enemy
- A Muslim who helped Charlemagne's army
- The emir of Babylon who arrived to help king Marsile
Correct Answer

A. The emir of Babylon who arrived to help king Marsile

Explanation

Baligant was the emir of Babylon who arrived to help king Marsile. He is not Roland's stepbrother or traitor, nor is he king Marsile's greatest enemy. Baligant's role in the story is to provide support to king Marsile's army, indicating that he is an ally rather than an enemy.

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What happened to Ganelon the traitor?
- He was proven innocent
- He ran away with some Saracens
- He was torn apart
- King Charlemagne sent him to exile
Correct Answer

A. He was torn apart

Explanation

Ganelon, the traitor, faced a gruesome fate as he was torn apart. This suggests that he was subjected to a brutal punishment, possibly as a consequence of his treacherous actions. The phrase "torn apart" implies a violent and painful end for Ganelon, highlighting the severity of his betrayal.

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