Geoffrey Chaucer: Life and Works
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What is Geoffrey Chaucer best known for?

  • A Treatise on the Astrolabe
  • The Canterbury Tales (correct)
  • His diplomatic career
  • His philosophical works

    • What distinction did Chaucer receive in Westminster Abbey?

  • He was the first writer to have a statue erected
  • He was the first writer to have a wing named after him
  • He was the first writer to be buried in Poets' Corner (correct)
  • He was the first writer to be knighted

    • What scientific work did Chaucer compose for his son?

  • A Treatise on the Astrolabe (correct)
  • A Treatise on the Human Body
  • A Treatise on Astronomy
  • A Treatise on Mathematics

    • What title has been given to Chaucer?

    <p>The father of English literature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What career did Chaucer maintain besides being a writer?

    <p>A career in the civil service</p> Signup and view all the answers

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