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.
