Canterbury Tales "Prologue" Flashcard

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Who is the author of The Canterbury Tales?

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Geoffrey Chaucer

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Which member of the clergy is actually a good person?

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The Parson

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Why are the pilgrims traveling to Canterbury?

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They are traveling to visit the shrine of St. Thomas à Becket.

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To which British Literature Period does The Canterbury Tales belong?

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Medieval Period

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What is the main objective of Chaucer in 'The Prologue'?

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To introduce his cast of characters.

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What literary form is The Canterbury Tales written in?

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It is written in Middle English and consists of a collection of stories.

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What is the significance of St. Thomas à Becket in The Canterbury Tales?

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He is the martyr whose shrine the pilgrims visit, symbolizing faith and pilgrimage.

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Name one characteristic of the Knight in The Canterbury Tales.

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He is depicted as a noble and honorable warrior.

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What role does the Host play in The Canterbury Tales?

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The Host serves as the guide and organizer of the pilgrimage.

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What is the narrative structure of The Canterbury Tales?

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It is a frame narrative, where a story is told within a larger story.