Canterbury Tales Test Review

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What is the main purpose of Chaucer in the prologue of The Canterbury Tales?

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To introduce the characters going on the pilgrimage.

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What does the Latin phrase 'Radix malorum est cupiditas' mean?

Back

The root of all evil is greed.

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What is ironic about The Wife of Bath's Tale?

Back

In the beginning the knight takes away a woman's choice, and in the end he lets a woman decide.

Front

According to the Wife, how does fire differ from gentility?

Back

Fire is constant, gentility is not.

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What is the knight's initial reaction to being forced to marry the old woman?

Back

He is angry.

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What literary device is prominently used in The Canterbury Tales?

Back

Frame narrative.

Front

What is the significance of the pilgrimage in The Canterbury Tales?

Back

It serves as a narrative device to bring together diverse characters and stories.

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Who is the narrator of The Canterbury Tales?

Back

Geoffrey Chaucer.

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What theme is explored through The Wife of Bath's character?

Back

Feminism and the role of women in society.

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What does the character of the Pardoner represent in The Canterbury Tales?

Back

Corruption within the Church.