Modern Illusions

This worksheet helps students connect the novel’s theme of illusion vs. reality to modern-day experiences. Students first match examples from Don Quixote-such as attacking windmills or idealizing Dulcinea-to contemporary situations involving social media, advertising, or online misinformation. Then they analyze three realistic scenarios to determine whether each represents reality or illusion, explaining their reasoning. This activity promotes critical thinking and encourages students to compare Don Quixote’s delusions with the ways people today can be misled by appearances. Students practice theme recognition, modern application, and analytical writing.

Curriculum Matched Skills

Theme Application to Modern Contexts

Critical Thinking and Reasoning

Reading Comprehension: Literary Themes

Text-to-World Connections

This worksheet is part of our Don Quixote Worksheets collection.