STUDY MATERIAL NOT GRADED: The Wife of Bath's Tale

Front

Who is described as 'A fouler wight there may no man devise'?

Back

The old hag.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

Front

What does the old hag request from the knight in exchange for her help?

Back

To marry her.

Tags

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 is the Wife of Bath's perspective on women's roles in marriage?

Back

Women should have sovereignty.

Front

What lesson does the knight learn by the end of 'The Wife of Bath's Tale'?

Back

The value of humility and respect.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

Who states: 'I put me in your wise governance'?

Back

The knight.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What is the significance of the old hag's transformation in the tale?

Back

It symbolizes the theme of inner beauty and true worth.

Front

How does the Wife of Bath challenge traditional views of marriage?

Back

She advocates for women's autonomy and power in relationships.

Front

What role does the Queen play in the resolution of the knight's quest?

Back

She represents justice and the voice of women.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

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

Back

A quest for understanding and respect for women.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.5

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.8.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

How does the old hag's wisdom contrast with the knight's initial views?

Back

Her wisdom reveals the importance of character over appearance.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3