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In which work does Geoffrey Chaucer lament the death of the first wife of his patron John of Gaunt?
In which work does Geoffrey Chaucer lament the death of the first wife of his patron John of Gaunt?
- Parlement of Foules
- The Book of the Duchess (correct)
- The Canterbury Tales
- Troilus and Criseyde
What is the presumed author of one of the greatest examples of Middle English alliterative poetry, generally known as Piers Plowman?
What is the presumed author of one of the greatest examples of Middle English alliterative poetry, generally known as Piers Plowman?
- John of Gaunt
- Countess Elizabeth of Ulster
- Geoffrey Chaucer
- William Langland (correct)
Where was Geoffrey Chaucer buried after his death?
Where was Geoffrey Chaucer buried after his death?
- St. Paul's Cathedral
- Canterbury Cathedral
- St. Peter's Basilica
- Westminster Abbey's Poet's Corner (correct)
What is the title of the work in which a diverse group of people recount stories on a pilgrimage to Canterbury?
What is the title of the work in which a diverse group of people recount stories on a pilgrimage to Canterbury?
Which work is an allegorical piece with a complex variety of religious themes, and translates the language and conceptions of the cloister into symbols and images understandable by the layman?
Which work is an allegorical piece with a complex variety of religious themes, and translates the language and conceptions of the cloister into symbols and images understandable by the layman?
What was the primary objective of the first plays in the development of drama in Europe?
What was the primary objective of the first plays in the development of drama in Europe?
What were the famous Mysteries and Miracles provided by the Church intended to serve as a substitute for?
What were the famous Mysteries and Miracles provided by the Church intended to serve as a substitute for?
In France, what did the name 'mystery' represent in the context of the religious drama?
In France, what did the name 'mystery' represent in the context of the religious drama?
Which term was used indiscriminately for all plays having their origin in the Bible or in the lives of the saints in England?
Which term was used indiscriminately for all plays having their origin in the Bible or in the lives of the saints in England?
What is the earliest Miracle of which we have any record in England?
What is the earliest Miracle of which we have any record in England?
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Chaucer's lament for John of Gaunt's wife
Chaucer's lament for John of Gaunt's wife
The Book of the Duchess, a work by Geoffrey Chaucer expressing sorrow for the death of John of Gaunt's first wife.
Author of Piers Plowman
Author of Piers Plowman
William Langland, often credited as the author of the alliterative poem, Piers Plowman.
Burial place of Geoffrey Chaucer
Burial place of Geoffrey Chaucer
Geoffrey Chaucer was laid to rest at Westminster Abbey’s Poet's Corner.
Canterbury Tales' theme
Canterbury Tales' theme
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Piers Plowman's genre
Piers Plowman's genre
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Earliest European plays' purpose
Earliest European plays' purpose
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Church's religious drama
Church's religious drama
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French 'Mystery' meaning
French 'Mystery' meaning
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'Miracle' English definition
'Miracle' English definition
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Earliest recorded English Miracle
Earliest recorded English Miracle
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Study Notes
Geoffrey Chaucer and Middle English Literature
- Geoffrey Chaucer laments the death of John of Gaunt's first wife in one of his works.
- The presumed author of the Middle English alliterative poem "Piers Plowman" is unknown.
- Geoffrey Chaucer was buried in Westminster Abbey after his death.
Canterbury Tales
- "The Canterbury Tales" is a work where a diverse group of people recount stories on a pilgrimage to Canterbury.
Allegorical Works
- The allegorical work translates the language and conceptions of the cloister into symbols and images understandable by the layman.
Development of Drama in Europe
- The primary objective of the first plays in the development of drama in Europe was to teach moral lessons and provide religious instruction.
Mysteries and Miracles
- The Church provided Mysteries and Miracles as a substitute for pagan festivals and traditions.
- In France, the term "mystery" represented a religious drama related to the Bible or the lives of saints.
- In England, the term "miracle" was used indiscriminately for all plays having their origin in the Bible or in the lives of the saints.
- The earliest recorded Miracle in England is unknown, but records exist of performances from the 12th century.
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Test your knowledge of Geoffrey Chaucer and Middle English literature with this quiz. Learn about Chaucer's life, major works, and his significant contribution to literature during the Middle English period.
