The Prologue from The Canterbury Tales Quiz

1. In “The Prologue,” Chaucer’s main objective is to:

• analyze religious customs
• describe a London inn
• introduce his cast of characters

2. The pilgrims are traveling to Canterbury because:

• The shrine of Saint Thomas a Becket is there
• They want to avoid the plague in London
• They plan to travel throughout England

3. The pilgrims agree to tell tales during the journey to:

• Preserve their stories for posterity
• Win a free meal and entertain each other
• Reduce fighting and bickering

4. How does Chaucer imply the Cook’s dishes are not appetizing?

• The Cook refuses to consult recipe books
• The Cook has a large, festering sore
• The Cook burns everything he makes

5. The Wife of Bath is a:

• Pious churchgoer and religious teacher
• Veteran of several pilgrimages and marriages
• Widow of prosperous doctor in Bath

6. According to the narrator, the Friar gave absolution to sinners only if they:

• Prayed for many days
• Showed that they were repentant
• Gave him money

7. The Summoner’s physical appearance could best described as:

• Average in every way.
• Revolting.
• Handsome in an unusual way.

8. The pilgrim with the best tale during the journey will be rewarded with:

• A free dinner at the end of the pilgrimage
• A free pardon of sins provided by the Pardoner
• A free stay at the inn during the next pilgrimage

9. Who will be the judge who decides the best story?

• The Knight
• The Parson
• The innkeeper/host

10. The Knight was:

• Noble and honorable
• A wasteful landowner
• Well dressed

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