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Chaucer's Parson's Tale: Host's Persuasion in Prologue

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What is the occasion for the tales in 'The Canterbury Tales'?

A wedding celebration
A royal banquet
A knight's tournament
A pilgrimage to Thomas a Becket's shrine (correct)

Why did Chaucer choose a pilgrimage as the framework for 'The Canterbury Tales'?

To make the story more mysterious
To celebrate the king's victory
To provide a platform for diverse stories from various characters (correct)
To honor his favorite author

What is the significance of the month of April in 'The Canterbury Tales'?

It signifies the end of the pilgrimage season
It is a month of fasting
It marks the beginning of winter
It symbolizes rebirth and rejuvenation (correct)

What was the status of Thomas a Becket during Chaucer's time?

He was a respected national saint (A) Signup and view all the answers

How many tales does each pilgrim tell on their way to Canterbury, according to the text?

Two (A) Signup and view all the answers

How many pilgrims are there in total in 'The Canterbury Tales'?

Thirty (A) Signup and view all the answers

What purpose did Chaucer find in creating a merry company to tell stories in 'The Canterbury Tales'?

To provide a platform for diverse tales based on traveler's characters and professions (D) Signup and view all the answers

'The Canterbury Tales' begins with a pilgrimage to the shrine of whom?

Thomas a Becket (B) Signup and view all the answers

Who narrates 'The Canterbury Tales'?

The narrator himself, likely based on Chaucer (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of telling tales on the way to Canterbury in 'The Canterbury Tales'?

To pass time during the journey (D) Signup and view all the answers