The Canterbury Tales - The Pardoner's Tale

What is the main reason the two older rioters agree to kill the youngest?

• To fulfill their lust for violence
• To protect themselves from the youngest
• To keep all the treasure for themselves
• To get revenge for the youngest's betrayal

What does the Pardoner say is the best way to avoid Death?

• To be wary and on guard
• To pray to God
• To be kind and charitable
• To drink and have fun

What does the old man say about the rioters' plan?

• It is admirable
• It is unnecessary
• It is clever and effective
• It is foolish and dangerous

What does the youngest rioter suggest they do with the treasure?

• Give it to the church
• Divide it equally
• Spend it immediately
• Hide it and come back for it later

Why do the three rioters want to find Death?

• To kill him
• To become friends with him
• To ask for his help
• To steal his money

What does the old man say about the rioters' behavior?

• It is foolish and disrespectful
• It is admirable
• It is understandable
• It is justified

What does the pardoner ask the Host to do?

• Pay for his pardon
• Kiss his relics
• Confess his sins
• Join him on his journey

What is the main reason the three rioters go to the tree?

• To find food and drink
• To find shelter
• To find treasure
• To find Death

Why does the youngest rioter go to the town?

• To find a way to get rid of the treasure
• To get supplies
• To find a way to keep all the treasure for himself
• To find a way to kill his friends

What does the pardoner say is the best way to ensure one's safety in case of an accident?

• Having a pardon
• Praying
• Wearing a talisman
• Confessing to a priest