Moral Proverbs of Santob the Carrion

Question 1

The Moral Proverbs were written during what times

Answer 1

The times of Peter the cruel

Question 1

The Jews were expulsed from Spain in

Answer 1

1492

Question 2

The Moral Proverbs are very popular in Hispanic Studies (true or false)

Answer 2

False

Question 3

The Moral Proverbs were written in what language

Answer 3

Castillian

Question 4

Santob the Carrion lived in

Answer 4

Spain

Question 5

The Moral Proverbs is written in what format?

Answer 5

verses

Question 6

We have the comments of the anonymous commentator (true or false)

Answer 6

False

Question 7

In his prologue, the anonymous commentator speaks about

Answer 7

reading and understanding

Question 8

The Morals Proverbs are written for everyone

Answer 8

True

Question 9

Who is the best companion?

Answer 9

A book

Question 10

The Moral Proverbs say that…. language is better than ___ language

Answer 10

oral and written

Question 11

Example of the scissors is told to exemplify

Answer 11

friendship

Question 12

Prologue of the anonymous commentator: What is the book that is references and what is said about it?

Answer 12

Proverbs: increasing knowledge increases pain. Then he increased knowledge and wrote other books.

Question 13

What concept and relationship does the commentator discuss

Answer 13

Knowledge + relationship with pain

Question 14

Prologue of the anonymous commentator: Pain should not be seen as negative… but

Answer 14

labour of the heart and mind

Question 15

Prologue of the anonymous commentator: Knowledge and skills are important for

Answer 15

physical and spiritual well being

Question 16

Prologue of the anonymous commentator: Why is knowledge essential and not be avoided?

Answer 16

it is essential for understanding and justice

Question 17

Who gives one knowledge

Answer 17

God

Question 18

Santob’s Prologues: Prologue 1: On Repentance, what is discussed?

Answer 18

This prologue discusses the theme of repentance and the relationship between man and God.

The author reflects on his own sins and the fear and anguish they have caused him.

He emphasizes the importance of recognizing one’s own malice and seeking forgiveness from God.

The author acknowledges the mercy and forgiveness of God and highlights the insignificance of human deeds compared to God’s greatness.

Question 19

Santob’s Prologues: Prologue 2: The Author and the Jew.

Answer 19

This prologue explores the author’s identity as a Jew and his desire to share his knowledge through speech.

The author expresses his intention to renew his spirits and change his luck through changing his opinions.

He reflects on the transience of human life and the importance of making the most of the limited time on earth.

The author emphasizes the necessity of self-protection and the importance of adapting to change.

He also discusses the limitations of human speech and the value of proverbs in conveying wisdom.

Question 20

Santob’s Prologues: Prologue 3: The World- its ways and its things

Answer 20

This prologue delves into the ways of the world and the relativity of judgment.

The author reflects on the mutability of the world and the necessity of change.

He explores the concept of the golden mean and the equivalence of deficiency and excess.

The author discusses various moral qualities and their significance in distinguishing between good and wicked men.

He emphasizes the necessity of self-protection and the law of work.

Question 21

Santob’s Prologues: Prologue 4: Good and Bad personal qualities

Answer 21

This prologue delves into the ways of the world and the relativity of judgment.

The author reflects on the mutability of the world and the necessity of change.

He explores the concept of the golden mean and the equivalence of deficiency and excess.

The author discusses various moral qualities and their significance in distinguishing between good and wicked men.

He emphasizes the necessity of self-protection and the law of work.

Question 22

Santob’s Prologues: Prologue 5: Praise and Blame of Speech

Answer 22

This prologue explores the praises and criticisms of speech.

The author discusses the value of silence and the importance of knowing when to speak and when to remain silent.

He emphasizes the significance of a person’s disposition and knowledge in their speech.

The author concludes by highlighting the relativity of behavior and the presence of both praise and criticism in every individual.

Question 23

Santob’s Prologues: Prologue 6: Good Deeds and the World

Answer 23

This prologue delves into the relationship between good deeds and the world.

The author reflects on the importance of prudence and the consequences of laziness.

He discusses the uncertainty of human prudence and the need for adventure and risk-taking.

The author emphasizes the value of gaining profit through prudence and the necessity of overcoming excessive caution.

He concludes by highlighting the interconnectedness of various opposites in the world.