Canterbury Tales Test Review

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What does the old man tell the three rioters about finding Death?

Back

Death is under a tree in the grove.

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What is ironic about The Wife of Bath's Tale?

Back

In the beginning the knight takes away a woman's choice, and in the end he lets a woman decide.

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According to the Wife, where does true gentility come from?

Back

God alone.

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Which of the following best describes the Squire's personality?

Back

All of the above: Youthful, Cheerful, Artistic.

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What did the queen do to save the knight from being executed for his crime?

Back

She asked him to answer a riddle.

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What is the main theme of The Canterbury Tales?

Back

The exploration of social classes and the human condition.

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Who is the author of The Canterbury Tales?

Back

Geoffrey Chaucer.

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What literary device is prominently used in The Canterbury Tales?

Back

Frame narrative.

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

Back

It serves as a backdrop for the characters' stories and interactions.

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What does the Pardoner sell in The Canterbury Tales?

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Indulgences and fake relics.