Literary Devices in The Canterbury Tales

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What is the function of a prologue in a literary work?

To summarize the main events of the story

To reveal the resolution of the story

To introduce the climax of the narrative

To provide an introduction and set the stage for the main narrative (correct)

What is an epic hero?

A character who has no virtues and is ordinary

A character who opposes the values and beliefs of a particular culture

The central character of an epic, embodying admired qualities of the society that created the epic (correct)

A minor character with limited significance in an epic

What is a frame narrative?

A story or collection of stories within a broader narrative framework (correct)

A narrative that focuses solely on the protagonist's journey

A narrative with a single linear plot

A narrative structure without any sub-narratives

What does an epic typically recount?

The heroic deeds and adventures of a legendary or mythological figure Signup and view all the answers

Who is the narrator in the Prologue of The Canterbury Tales?

The narrator is Geoffrey Chaucer himself Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of an epic hero?

They embody qualities admired by their society Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a prologue in a literary work?

To provide an introduction and set the stage for the main narrative Signup and view all the answers

What is a frame narrative?

A story within a story Signup and view all the answers

What does an epic typically recount?

The heroic deeds and adventures of legendary figures Signup and view all the answers

Which narrative technique is used in The Canterbury Tales?

A frame narrative with individual tales as sub-narratives Signup and view all the answers

Literary Devices in The Canterbury Tales

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What is the function of a prologue in a literary work?

What is an epic hero?

What is a frame narrative?

What does an epic typically recount?

Who is the narrator in the Prologue of The Canterbury Tales?

What is a key characteristic of an epic hero?

What is the primary function of a prologue in a literary work?

What is a frame narrative?

What does an epic typically recount?

Which narrative technique is used in The Canterbury Tales?

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