Unit Six Quiz for Readers of The Princess Bride 1 Note: Throughout this quiz, sometimes, there is MORE THAN ONE CORRECT answer. If so, please select them all. In “The Princess Bride,” what authors are mentioned within the book? (Choose three.) Count Rugen Westley Humperdinck William Goldman The Grandfather S. Morgenstern 2 In The Princess Bride, who is the narrator? (Choose two.) Count Rugen The Grandfather An unnamed, third-person, omniscient narrator S. Morgenstern William Goldman Westley 3 In most novels, coincidence is frowned upon, because it denies the cause and effect which Aristotle said is key to the success of any narrative. However, in comic writing, it is often welcome if it is played as a joke which, in “The Princess Bride,” it often is. Many of the coincidences represent an unfortunate turn for the characters — which is also usually fine in narrative writing, but luck that helps out the characters is often problematic. In The Princess Bride, there is a moment of amazingly coincidental good luck — that no one seems to notice; they simply move on. Where does a coincidence happen to save the characters’ lives? (Choose one.) The Thieves Quarter The Zoo of Death The Cliffs of Insanity The Fire Swamp Miracle Max’s The Revenge Buttercup’s Farm 4 In the novel “The Princess Bride,” there are two legendary swordsmiths. Who are they? (Choose two.) Count Rugen Domingo Montoya Vizzini Miracle Max The Albino The Six-Fingered Man Yeste 5 Princess Buttercup loves only two things in her life. What are they? (Choose two.) The Fire Swamp Riding Horse Prince Humperdinck Wesley A nice MLT Riding her horse, Stormy Her farm Living in the palace 6 What is the format of the novel “The Princess Bride” that includes interruptions, commentary, and additions by the author? (Choose one.) A screenplay Framed narrative Epic poem Nonlinear Narrative Journal entries 7 In this book, some people need to be sent a book. Who are they? (Choose two.) Miss Roginski Humperdinck Jason Buttercup Abromowitz Bookstore Guy The Dread Pirate Roberts Count Rugen William Goldman’s Agent 8 How does “The Princess Bride” treat the concept of love in real life versus “true love?” (Choose one.) It presents a balanced view of both real-life and true love. It portrays real-life love as more practical and enduring. It suggests that true love is a fictional construct with no basis in reality. It emphasizes the importance of true love as the ultimate romantic ideal. 9 The inclusion of modern verbiage and colloquial language in “The Princess Bride” seems to be primarily aimed at… (Choose one.) Reinforcing the fantastical nature of the narrative. Highlighting the timelessness of the story’s themes. Creating a relatable and contemporary atmosphere. Heightening the tension and drama of the dialogue. 10 In “The Princess Bride,” Goldman’s use of irony serves to… (Choose one.) Create comedic moments and add levity to the story. Highlight the stark contrast between fantasy and reality. Emphasize the importance of “true love” in “real life.” Challenge traditional storytelling conventions and engage the reader. All of these Back to