The Wife of Bath's Tale

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What is the original sentence given to the Knight by King Arthur?

Back

Beheading.

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Front

What is the setting of the Wife of Bath’s Tale?

Back

Britain during the time of King Arthur.

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Front

What question does the old woman ask the knight after they are married?

Back

Do you want me to be young and faithless or old and faithful?

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Front

What does the hag want in exchange for saving the knight's life?

Back

Marriage.

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Front

What can be inferred about the old woman when the knight finds her instead of the young maidens?

Back

She is an elf or fairy, and she has transformed herself into an old woman.

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Front

Who is the main character in 'The Wife of Bath's Tale'?

Back

The Wife of Bath.

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Front

What theme is explored through the character of the Wife of Bath?

Back

The theme of female empowerment and autonomy.

Front

What does the Knight learn about women by the end of the tale?

Back

He learns that women desire sovereignty over their own lives.

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Front

What literary device is prominently used in 'The Wife of Bath's Tale'?

Back

Irony.

Front

What is the significance of the old woman's transformation?

Back

It symbolizes the deeper understanding of true beauty and worth.

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