Prologue from The Canterbury Tales

What is the speaker's opinion of members of the clergy?

He finds them insincere and greedy for money.

How does the author create comments on society?

He shows how the characters act in real-life situations.

What does the Host tell the travelers to do?

He urges them to tell stories on the trip

indirect characterization

The author describes characters by how they act, what they think, and what they say.

direct characterization

The author directly states a character's traits.

This word means to be careful and make good effort.

diligent

This word means to be careful or show good judgement.

discreet

This word means someone who is respected and well-known.

eminent

One characteristic of the Monk that is uncharacteristic/unusual.

his fine jewelry

Which best describes the Nun?

refined and sentimental

How many syllables are in a heroic couplet?

ten

An idea that is most clearly expressed in the story?

the infinite variety of human nature

How many lines are in a heroic couplet?

two

What does the Latin suffix -able mean?

capable of being

This defines a closed couplet.

It contains a complete thought in two lines.

This defines enjambment.

It doesn't contain a complete thought.

What brings the characters together?

They are making a religious journey to a cathedral.