The Canterbury Tales: The Prologue
Authored by Ahryn Felix
English
12th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
Which idea is expressed most clearly in the Prologue?
the conflicts inherent in society
the basic evils of mankind
the endless variety of human nature
the faults of the church during the middle ages
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CCSS.RL.11-12.2
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following best describes the Nun (the Prioress)?
educated and wise
sentimental and refined
funny and loud
popular and outgoing
Tags
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.11-12.6
CCSS.RL.6.3
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
What brings the characters together in the Prologue?
They all work for the church
They are all member of the Nun's entourage
They are looking for a fun, easy trip
They are making a religious journey to a cathedral
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CCSS.RL.11-12.3
CCSS.RL.11-12.1
CCSS.RL.11-12.2
4.
MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
Which qualities of the Monk are most uncharacteristic of a typical monk? Choose three options.
His horses and greyhounds
His frequent praying
His personable nature
The fine jewelry he wears
His fur-lined clothing
Tags
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.11-12.6
CCSS.RL.6.3
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
What directive does the Host give the characters at the end of the Prologue?
He asks them for donations to help support his Inn
He asks them to judge the story he is about to tell
He tells them to let him go on the trip for free
He tells them to tell stories on the trip
Tags
CCSS.RL.11-12.1
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
What is the definition for eminent?
rising above others in rank or achievement
having a pleasant manner
to be courageous
conscientious and hard-working
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.4
CCSS.RI.8.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RL.11-12.4
CCSS.RL.9-10.4
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
What is the definition for discreet?
conscientious and hard-working
rising above others in rank or achievement
careful about what one says or does; prudent
truthfulness; good faith
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CCSS.RI.11-12.4
CCSS.RI.8.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RL.11-12.4
CCSS.RL.9-10.4
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