The Canterbury Tales Unit Test

Front

Who is known as the Father of English poetry?

Back

Geoffrey Chaucer

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

Front

True or False: The old hag in 'The Canterbury Tales' turns into a beautiful woman.

Back

True

Front

What aspect of medieval society does Chaucer satirize in 'The Canterbury Tales'?

Back

The greed and corruption of the Church

Front

What was a key factor in the decline of feudalism?

Back

The rise of strong centralized monarchies

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Front

Which character is described as having fine horses but not being gaily dressed?

Back

The Knight

Front

Define 'satire' in the context of literature.

Back

A literary technique used to expose and criticize foolishness or corruption, often through humor or exaggeration.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

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

Back

It serves as a narrative device to bring together a diverse group of characters, each with their own stories and perspectives.

Front

Identify one major theme in 'The Canterbury Tales'.

Back

The complexity of human nature and the critique of social norms.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

What role does the character of the Wife of Bath play in 'The Canterbury Tales'?

Back

She challenges traditional gender roles and offers a unique perspective on marriage and female autonomy.

Front

Explain the term 'frame narrative' as it relates to 'The Canterbury Tales'.

Back

A story that contains another story or stories, providing a structure for the various tales told by the characters.