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Literary Characters in Canterbury Tales Quiz

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Who is the narrator of the Canterbury Tales?

Chaucer

Explanation

Chaucer is the author and narrator of the Canterbury Tales.

Which character tells the story of 'The Knight's Tale'?

The Knight

Explanation

The Knight narrates 'The Knight's Tale'.

Which character is known for his love of hunting and outdoor activities?

The Monk

Explanation

The Monk is known for his love of hunting and outdoor activities.

What does the character Nicholas do for a living?

He is a scholar

Explanation

Nicholas earns a living as a scholar.

Which character is known for his elaborate and exaggerated storytelling style?

The Pardoner

Explanation

The Pardoner is known for his elaborate and exaggerated storytelling style.

What is the primary occupation of the character, the Parson?

Priest

Explanation

The Parson's primary occupation is a priest.

What is the profession of the character Absolon?

Parish Clerk

Explanation

Absolon works as a Parish Clerk.

Which character is known for his skill in storytelling and manipulation?

The Pardoner

Explanation

The Pardoner is known for his skill in storytelling and manipulation.

Which character has a physical deformity and is described as having a hunched back?

The Reeve

Explanation

The Reeve has a physical deformity and a hunched back.

#10

Which character is associated with promiscuity and a lustful nature?

The Wife of Bath

Explanation

The Wife of Bath is associated with promiscuity and a lustful nature.

#11

Which character is known for his love of money and manipulation of the system?

The Summoner

Explanation

The Summoner is known for his love of money and manipulation of the system.

#12

What sin is the character of the Pardoner most guilty of?

Greed

Explanation

The Pardoner is most guilty of the sin of greed.

#13

What does the character of the Wife of Bath wear on her head?

A wimple

Explanation

The Wife of Bath wears a wimple on her head.

#14

What does the character of the Pardoner carry with him to sell indulgences?

Fake relics

Explanation

The Pardoner carries fake relics to sell indulgences.

#15

Which character tells the tale of 'The Miller's Tale'?

The Miller

Explanation

The Miller tells the tale of 'The Miller's Tale'.

#16

What is the occupation of the character, the Cook?

Baker

Explanation

The Cook's occupation is a baker.

#17

Which character is known for his good looks and courteous manners?

The Squire

Explanation

The Squire is known for his good looks and courteous manners.

Literary Characters in Canterbury Tales Quiz

Who is the narrator of the Canterbury Tales?

Which character tells the story of 'The Knight's Tale'?

Which character is known for his love of hunting and outdoor activities?

What does the character Nicholas do for a living?

Which character is known for his elaborate and exaggerated storytelling style?

What is the primary occupation of the character, the Parson?

What is the profession of the character Absolon?

Which character is known for his skill in storytelling and manipulation?

Which character has a physical deformity and is described as having a hunched back?

Which character is associated with promiscuity and a lustful nature?

Which character is known for his love of money and manipulation of the system?

What sin is the character of the Pardoner most guilty of?

What does the character of the Wife of Bath wear on her head?

What does the character of the Pardoner carry with him to sell indulgences?

Which character tells the tale of 'The Miller's Tale'?

What is the occupation of the character, the Cook?

Which character is known for his good looks and courteous manners?

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