Quiz on 'The Canterbury Tales'

Who is described as a noble, experienced warrior embodying chivalry in 'The Canterbury Tales'?

• The Squire

• The Knight

• The Friar

• The Merchant

Which character in 'The Canterbury Tales' is known for their youthful energy and desire to impress?

• The Prioress

• The Yeoman

• The Squire

• The Clerk

What is the main criticism of the Prioress in 'The Canterbury Tales'?

• Her lack of education

• Her excessive concern with outward appearances

• Her aggressive behavior

• Her financial debt

Which character in 'The Canterbury Tales' is described as a wealthy, pleasure-seeking monk?

• The Friar

• The Knight

• The Monk

• The Merchant

How does Chaucer use irony in 'The Canterbury Tales'?

• To highlight the beauty of nature

• To expose the hypocrisy and flaws of certain characters

• To describe the setting of the tales

• To emphasize the wealth of the characters

Which of the following best describes the Knight?

• brave and strong

• truthful

• modest clothing

• all of the above

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Which of the following best describes the Prioress?

• forked beard, very good at business, makes money at others' expense

• fancy dresser, always wanted to be first at the altar, married five times

• very delicate and refined, emphasis on appearance, proper eater

• honest and hardworking, in peace and harmony with God and nature

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Which of the following best describes the Squire?

• an expert woodsman, face "brown like a nut," carries peacock- feathered arrows

• bald and fat, has a preference for hunting and fine clothes, doesn't care for hard work

• very thin, only loves books, spends all his money on education

• a ladies' man, a singer and songwriter, prides himself on his appearance

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Which of the following best describes the Monk?

• bald and fat, has a preference for hunting and fine clothes, doesn't care for hard work

• fancy dresser, always wanted to be first at the altar, married five times

• very thin, only loves books, spends all his money on education

• a ladies' man, a singer and songwriter, prides himself on his appearance

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Which of the following best describes the Friar?

• bald and fat, has a preference for hunting and fine clothes, doesn't care for hard work

• receives payment for others' confessions, marries off young women, takes money from widows

• an expert woodsman, face "brown like a nut," carries peacock- feathered arrows

• loud, probably less busy than he pretends to be, wise

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