Geoffrey Chaucer Biography | The Father of English Literature

What title is Geoffrey Chaucer known by?

• Father of English Literature

• Founder of Modern English

• Pioneer of English Poetry

• Architect of English Prose

When and where was Geoffrey Chaucer born?

• Around 1343 in London

• In 1350 in Canterbury

• In 1300 in Paris

• Around 1400 in Westminster

How do we primarily know about Geoffrey Chaucer's early life?

• From legal records, contemporary writings, and his own works

• Through detailed biographies written by his family

• From extensive church records and birth certificates

• By archaeological discoveries of his personal belongings

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What is "The Canterbury Tales" primarily known for?

• A collection of stories by pilgrims, a social commentary on medieval society, and exploration of human nature

• A historical account of the English monarchy

• A guide to medieval travel routes

• A series of epic poems about ancient heroes

What language did Geoffrey Chaucer primarily use for his writing?

• Middle English, a blend of French and Old English

• Old English, the language of Anglo-Saxon England

• Latin, the scholarly language of his time

• Modern English, as it is spoken today