Idealism vs. Realism

Students use a comparison chart to analyze how Don Quixote’s idealistic worldview differs from Sancho Panza’s realistic perspective. They fill in each category-adventure, Dulcinea, wealth, justice, and defeat-with descriptions that match each character’s outlook. A reflection question then asks students to evaluate how Cervantes uses these contrasting perspectives to explore the tension between idealism and realism. This activity builds comparative thinking and reinforces major thematic elements of the novel.

Curriculum Matched Skills

Comparative Analysis

Theme Evaluation (Idealism vs. Realism)

Character Perspective Study

Critical Reflection Writing

This worksheet is part of our Don Quixote Worksheets collection.