Chanticleer's Dreams and Adventures

The Nun's Priest's Tale from Geoffrey Chaucer's Canterbury Tales is a beast fable featuring a rooster named Chanticleer who dreams of a fox attack. Despite being mocked by his favorite hen, Pertelote, for believing in dreams, Chanticleer insists on their prophetic nature. The tale explores the debate on the significance of dreams, referencing historical and mythological examples. Eventually, Chanticleer is deceived by a fox but manages to escape through cleverness, highlighting the moral of being wary of flattery and deceit.

What type of story is 'The Nun's Priest's Tale'?

• A historical account

• A beast fable

• A romance

• A tragedy

Who is the main animal character in the story?

• A widow

• A rooster

• A hen

• A fox

What does Chanticleer dream about?

• Flying high in the sky

• Meeting a new friend

• Finding treasure

• Being chased by a fox

What is Pertelote's opinion on dreams?

• They are prophetic

• They are messages from the gods

• They are caused by physical issues

• They are random and meaningless

Which historical figure does Chanticleer mention to support his belief in dreams?

• Alexander the Great

• Julius Caesar

• Andromache

• Homer

What does Chanticleer say about Pertelote's beauty?

• It is overrated

• It is a distraction

• It is a curse

• It makes him feel fearless

How long has the fox been waiting to attack Chanticleer?

• One year

• Two years

• Three years

• Four years

What does the fox do to capture Chanticleer?

• Offers him food

• Sings a song

• Flatters his singing

• Challenges him to a race

How does Chanticleer escape from the fox?

• He fights back

• He flies away

• He tricks the fox into speaking

• He hides in a tree