The Wife of Bath's Tale

Front

What is the main quest of the knight in 'The Wife of Bath's Tale'?

Back

To find out what women most desire.

Front

What crime did the knight commit against the maiden?

Back

He assaulted her.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.12

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

Front

What was the consequence of the knight's actions towards the maiden?

Back

Death.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.12

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

Front

What societal influence is said to have ended the days of fairies and magic?

Back

The influence of the church.

Front

During which historical period is 'The Wife of Bath's Tale' set?

Back

During the days of King Arthur.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

Front

What lesson does the knight learn about women's desires?

Back

There are a lot of things that women desire.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What does the knight's journey symbolize in the tale?

Back

The search for understanding and respect for women.

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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

How does the tale reflect the role of women in medieval society?

Back

It challenges traditional views and highlights women's desires and autonomy.

Front

What is the significance of the old woman in the tale?

Back

She represents wisdom and the idea that true beauty comes from within.

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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 does the knight ultimately learn about power in relationships?

Back

True power lies in giving women sovereignty.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2