The Canterbury Tales: The Prologue

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

Which of the following best describes the Nun (the Prioress)?

• educated and wise

• sentimental and refined

• funny and loud

• popular and outgoing

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

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.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

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

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

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

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CCSS.RL.11-12.1

What is the definition for eminent?

• rising above others in rank or achievement

• having a pleasant manner

• to be courageous

• conscientious and hard-working

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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

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.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is the definition for diligent?

• having a pleasant manner

• to be courageous

• conscientious and hard-working

• rising above others in rank or achievement

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is most likely true about the Friar?

• He uses people for money

• He wants to be a merchant

• He is pious and friendly

• He is always helpful to others

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is most likely true about the Wife of Bath?

• She is shy but very popular

• She is very religious

• She is selfish and arrogant

• She hates the church

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3