The Canterbury Tales Prologue Exam
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English
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11th - 12th Grade
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Hard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Who wrote The Canterbury Tales?
Back
Chaucer
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.9
CCSS.RI.9-10.9
CCSS.RL.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
CCSS.RL.K.6
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which character is described as a very fancy dresser, who always wanted to be first at the altar to give her offering and married 5 times?
Back
Wife of Bath
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which character spoke the French language like someone who only learned it in school?
Back
Prioress (Nun)
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are the key characteristics of the cook in The Canterbury Tales?
Back
Has an oozing ulcer on his knee, questionable hygiene, great cook.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Who is described as 'an honest worker, good and true'?
Back
Plowman
Tags
CCSS.RL.11-12.6
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the significance of the Wife of Bath's multiple marriages in The Canterbury Tales?
Back
It reflects her views on marriage and female autonomy.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does the Prioress's character reveal about social class in The Canterbury Tales?
Back
Her character highlights the pretensions and values of the upper class.
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