The Prologue Quiz: Canterbury Tales

The Wife of Bath is a forthright woman who dislikes sly dealings.

(a)  

• engendering

• adversity

• guile

The Innkeeper is a kind and gracious host to the pilgrims.

(a)  

• stature

• obstinate

• disdainful

• benign

Although the Squire is moderate in height, he possesses great strength.

(a)  

• guile

• stature
• discreet

The Oxford Cleric is a careful and persistent student.

​ (a)  

• diligent

• duress

• diligent

Hoping that his wealth will increase over time, the Friar seems less than holy.

(a)  

• benign

• accrue
• deferred

The Narrator finds the Parson's cautious behavior admirable.

(a)  

• discreet
• diligent

• duress

Unlike many of the other Church officials portrayed in 'The Prologue,' the Parson is not scornful of simple folk.

(a)  

• disdainful
• diligent

• duress

The Squire seems a worthy successor to the Knight because the Squire is attractive in appearance and personality.

(a)  

• diligent

• duress

• personable

The Prioress seems unaccustomed to any sort of trouble or misfortune.

(a)  

• benign

• accrue

• deferred

• adversity

The thrifty Manciple always finds bargains at the market.

(a)  

• benign

• accrue

• deferred

• frugal