What does the Wife of Bath's Tale illustrate about women's secrets?
Wife of Bath's Tale

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The tale suggests that women cannot keep secrets, as demonstrated by the story of Midas.
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What is the historical setting of the Wife of Bath’s story?
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The story is set in Britain during the time of King Arthur.
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What central problem does the knight face in the Wife of Bath's Tale?
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The knight struggles to find a consensus on what women truly want.
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What do women desire according to the knight's answer to the queen?
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Women desire power over their husbands.
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What does the term 'rebuke' mean?
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To rebuke means to criticize.
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How does the Wife of Bath challenge traditional gender roles?
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She presents a strong, independent female character who asserts her desires and opinions.
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What literary device is prominent in the Wife of Bath's Tale?
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Irony is a prominent literary device, especially in the knight's quest for understanding women.
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