The Canterbury Tales

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Three reasons that people went on pilgrimages?

1. to seek forgiveness for their sins, rebirth in Christ 2. to seek miraculous cures 3. to satisfy their wanderlust

Describe the Squire.

20, had curly hair, gaily dressed.

How much did the Miller weigh?

224 pounds or 16 stones.

______________(number here) pilgrims, along with the priest and nun who accompany the Prioress, are on the journey.

30

There are ___ pilgrims who are making a pilgrimage to _____ to see the shrine of _____.

30. Canterbury. St. Thomas a Becket

What is the distance between London and Canterbury?

55 miles

What was Chaucer's plan?

A group of people on a pilgriamge to Canterbury to visit the Shirne and each pilgrim is to tell 2 stories on the way to and 2 stories on the way back.

______ is an introduction to a work

A prologue

Prioress is neat and has good manners, but her motto, which is ______________________, seems a bit ambiguous, and her rosary sounds a bit too ornamental.

Amor vincit omnia = Love Conquers All

The Pardoner has what kind of hair? What did he sell? What could he not grow, which is why Chaucer questioned his ?

Blonde hair that looked like rat tails fake holy relics a beard, his masculinety

What literary work inspired Chaucer?

Decameron by Boccaccio

What plan does the group agree to complete on the journey? Who will be in charge of the plan? What is the prize?

Each pilgrim is to tell 4 stories. Whoever tells the best stories wins a prize. The host is in charge of the plan and made it up. The prize is a meal for the winner paid by the losers.

The Franklin was called ______'s son.

Epicurus, who is an ancient greek philopsher who chief goal in life is pleasure.

What are the three groups of people represented in the groups? What did the groups mean?

Feudal: land (agriculture) Urban: business (city) Ecclesiastical: (church)

The Nun spoke ____ but she didn't speak it well because?

French, because she learned it in England and not France.

What does it mean when someone tithes their money? Who did this?

Gave 10% of their stuff to the church. the Plowman

____ is the author of The Canterbury Tales.

Geoffrey Chaucer

The Monk owned what type of dogs?

Greyhounds

The Host's name is ______________________.

Harry Bailey

What is the Monk's opinion of Monasteries?

He thinks he shouldn't have to spend so much time in them.

"If gold will rust, what will iron do"?

If the Parson (gold) gives in to sin, what can we expect of his congregation (iron)?

Even ____ ____ told the truth and ____ advised that words must match the actions

Jesus Christ and Plato

When the Summoner is drunk he speaks in ?

Latin

The Pilgrims gather in Southwark, just south of the city of _____________, at the _______________ Inn.

London. Tabard.

What has the Sergeant at Law earned?

many a robe and many a fee

The Reeve was very good at reading the signs of ____.

nature

The Manciple is the purchasing agent for one of the Inns of Court (a law school and organization of lawyers). Although his employers are qualified to manage huge estates, he manages to ________________ them all.

out smart.

The Skipper (Shipman) is a good sailor, but he sounds rather like a ______________.

pirate

The Skipper was the best at?

reading the tides and reading men

The Pardoner, who carries pardons for sins and saints' relics that are not _______________, is a rascal but a skillful __________________.

real. singer.

The strong, tough, stout Miller, who cheats his customers, has a bright ___________ beard and a ___________ on his nose. He rides at the _____________ of the group, playing his bagpipe.

red. wart. front.

The Skipper has trouble with?

riding a horse, he is used to the sea.

"A wealthy woman....from near the city/Bath," better known as the Wife of Bath, is a skillful __________________-. (She comes from basically the same social class as the Guildsmen). She is an experienced traveler and has had five _________________.

seamstress. ex husbands

What was the Wife of Bath's defect?

she was partially deaf.

What is a frame story?

stories within a story

What is a fustian tunic?

strong cloth made of linen and cotton

Who traveled with the Carpenter?

the Cook

Who was excellent at what he did but had an ulcer?

the Cook

This pilgrim knows his stuff but is dishonest. He prescribes medicine that patients don't need so his apothecary friends make money.

the Doctor

Who didn't read the bible very much, watched his diet, saved his oney, and studied ancient medical writing?

the Doctor

What group is the Knight?

the Feudal

This character is a connoisseur of food and wine. "His house was never without baked dishes, both fish and meat, and these so plenteous that it seemed to snow food and drink in his house." No one seems to know where he gets the money for his occupation, but judging from his waistline, it is not in short supply.

the Franklin

Who lived for pleasure?

the Franklin

Who was part of the new social class of people that came after feudalism?

the Franklin

This character is perhaps the most corrupt clergyman on the pilgrimage. This pilgrim found husbands and dowries for women he himself seduced. This pilgrim is familiar with all the taverns in the area, and parties quite a bit for a religious man. He is a good beggar because he makes people feel guilty, so they give him money

the Friar

Who is also known as Hubert?

the Friar

Who was a limiter and only served those who could benefit him?

the Friar

Who was the biggest hypocrite?

the Friar

Who had a fake lisp and why?

the Friar to sound more appealing.

The ____ sets the rules for the story telling contest.

the Host

Who proposes the story telling contest?

the Host

Who told the first story?

the Knight

Who wore a fustian tunic and was still dressed for battle?

the Knight

How are the Knight and Squire realted?

the Knight is the father of the Squire.

The Yeoman, who accompanies the Knight and the Squire, is a free-born worker or woodsman from their manor who fights with __________.

the Knight.

This pilgrim works for lawyers as a kind of manager at the Inns of Court.

the Manciple

What was the name of the Skippers boat?

the Mandelayne

This pilgrim is dressed in multicolored clothes, which suggests affluence. He is in debt because he is a poor businessman, but no one knows it. He believes in the government protecting small businesses.

the Merchant

Who is in debt?

the Merchant

Who wore a beaver hat?

the Merchant

This pilgrim is very dishonest. He is a big sloppy man with a hairy wart on his nose and a red beard. He loves to hang out in taverns and tell dirty stories.

the Miller

Who had a red beard and a wart at the end of his nose?

the Miller

Who played the bag pipes?

the Miller

This pilgrim is not what we would expect his kind to be. He is fat and is describes as a "Manly Man." He is said to live "High on the Hog." This pilgrim loves hunting and is always dressed in expensive clothes. He also wears a lover's knot.

the Monk

Who wears a lover's knot?

the Monk

Who had bells on his horse? Why?

the Monk, so people could hear him coming.

Who is Madam Eglantyne?

the Nun

This pilgrim is articulate and opinionated. He studies all the time. He is a typical starving student in threadbare clothes; even his horse is skinny.

the Oxford Cleric

This pilgrim sells church indulgences and fake religious relics. He has a high voice, long blond curls, and very little facial hair. He is very good at convincing people to give him money.

the Pardoner

Who traveld with the Summoner?

the Pardoner

This pilgrim is a clergyman who lives in the country. This pilgrim is meant to be seen as a model of good religious conduct. He takes very good care of his flock and lives humbly. Important quote: "If gold rusts, what will iron do?"

the Parson

Who was a poor man who shared his things and practiced what he preached?

the Parson

Who was an actual good holy person that actually knew God?

the Parson

This pilgrim is the brother of the Parson. He is another truly good character. He works very hard as an honest farmer. He always pays his tithe (10% of income that is given to the church).

the Plowman

Who was part of the Feudal group and was the brother of the Parson?

the Plowman

This pilgrim seems to defy her vows of: Obedience, Chastity, and Poverty. This pilgrim dresses in nice clothing and is very pretty. She has fancy manners and speaks French with an English accent. She looks and acts like a fine lady even though she is not. Her nickname is "Madame Eglantyne." She has a pack of little dogs that she spoils with rich expensive foods. She wears a brooch that says "Love conquers all."

the Prioress

11. This pilgrim is the manager of a large estate. He is shrewd but somewhat dishonest. This character is a cranky, skinny estate manager (accountant) who steals money from his bosses.

the Reeve

Who saved up enough money for a nice dweling?

the Reeve

Who was a farm manager and a carpenter?

the Reeve

Who was ill tempered so he rode in the back?

the Reevee

This pilgrim is the Knight's son. He's passionate, vain, and talented in jousting. He is a combination of virtues and vices.

the Squire

Who was a lover, a fighter, educated, can sing, dance, write poems, and was respectful?

the Squire.

Who buys books when he actually has money?

the Student

Who was quiet and only spoke when spoken to?

the Student

This pilgrim works for the church court handing out violations. His face is covered with puss-filled sores and pimples (suffering from syphilis). This pilgrim is "with the Pardoner.

the Summoner

Who took bribes and black mailed people?

the Summoner

Who sang duets?

the Summoner and Pardoner

How was married 5 times and went to the holy land 3 times?

the Wife of Bath

This pilgrim lives in the city of Bath and is a wealthy weaver. This pilgrim has been married 5 times and has had many boyfriends. She has a gap between her front teeth (a sign of a highly sexual person).

the Wife of Bath

Who had a red face, gap teeth, wanderlust, and was heavy set?

the Wife of Bath

Who was a palmer and a seamstrees?

the Wife of Bath

How knows the buisness of wood making very well?

the Yeomen

This pilgrim is the knight's servant. This pilgrim wears a St. Christopher's medal and is well armed. He is clothed in green and carries a great bow along with his sword, dagger and horn

the Yeomen

Who was the Doctor in cahoots with?

the apothocaries

The Squire was part of what group?

the feudal group.

What is a prioress?

the head nun of the convent

This pilgrim is one of the highest ranking on this trip. He serves as an ideal, and is the epitome of chivalric code honor. This pilgrim is still dressed in battle clothes.

the knight

Why are The Canterbury Tales important?

the literay piece paints a vivid picture of life in the middle ages in England.

What does Chaucer warn us about?

the stories may be offensive and they are not told in order of the pilgrims social class

What is the importance of the St. Christopher around the Yeoman's neck?

to protect him while he travels

In order to make their trip to Canterbury go quicker, each pilgrim will tell ____ stories on the way there and ___ stories on the way back.

two and two

They have with them a skilled Cook, who unfortunately has a(n) _______________on his leg.

ulcer

The Wife of Bath, the Miller, abd the Manciple were part of the _____ group?

urban

His son, the Squire, shows promise as a knight, but his main interest is ____________, and he seeks to excel in order to please ______________.

women. his lady and his father.

The Reeve's horse's name was?

Scot

This character upholds justice in matters large and small. He is an officer of the court.

Sergeant of the Law

In the beginning of the Prologue, Pilgrims meet in _______ at the ______ Inn.

Southwark. Tabard.

The season that this pilgrimage occurs in is ________.

Spring

What time of year provides the setting for the tales?

Spring, April

Who is the patron saint of hospitaltiy?

St. Julian

The Parson carried a ?

Stave

Who fought all over the world? In 15 mortal battles?

The Knight

Who didn't have a conscience? How do you know he didn't have one?

The Skipper would make people walk the plank without blinking an eye.

Who were known as the Guildsmen?

The haberdasher, the Dyer, the Carpenter, and the Carpet Maker.

What is a prior? Who is a prior?

The head monk in a monastery, the Monk

Where did the English often go in Spring during the Middle Ages? Why?

To Canterbury. It's a time of rebirth, they were also tired of being cooped up all winter.

Why did the knight go on the pilgrimage?

To thank God for his many blessings.

What is a pardoner?

a church offical that sells people pardons (from Rome) for their sins

What is a parson?

a country preacher

The Guildsmen, all prosperous tradesmen from a town, include a ___________________, a_________________________, a ________________, and a______________________.

a haberdasher, a dyer, a carpet maker, and a weaver

What is a dyer?

a person who dyed cloth or yarn

What is a miller?

a person who grinds the grain into flour

What does a limiter do?

a person who is licensed to solicit alms within certian limits

What is a palmer?

a person who journeyed to the holy land.

What is a summoner?

a person who summons sinners to court

What is a manciple?

a purchasing agent.

What is a piligrimage?

a religious journey made to a holy shrine or a holy place.

What is a haberdasher?

a seller of mens hats and accessories

What is a squire's profession?

a servant to a knight

What is a plowman?

a sharecropper

What did the Doctor know other than medicane?

astrology

The Friar, whose name is Hubert, enjoys the company of _____________ and _______________, not beggars and lepers.

barmaids and innkeepers

What are carbubcles? Who has them and also has dandruff on his eyebrows?

big, red, ugly pimples. The Summoner.

The Oxford Student or Clerk of Oxford spends his money on ______________, not food or amusement. What Chaucer says about him is what most teachers would like: "And gladly would he _______ and gladly ____________."

books. learn and teach.

The Lawyer is very impressive but seems much _________ than he really is.

busy

The Merchant is such an impressive businessman that no one would guess that he is in ______________.

debt.

What does the Nun do very neatly?

eat

The Nun, the other Nun, the three Priests, and the Monk and the Friar are all part of the _______ group?

ecclesiastical

The Reeve was part of the ___ group?

feudal

The Miller was a _____, told _____ stories, and cheated his customeers by putting _____ on the scale?

fighter, dirty, his thumb.

The wealthy Franklin, who is a member of Parliament, lives in comfort and is particularly careful to have good wine and ______________.

food

What did the Manciple buy and for who?

food for students

The Summoner (an official of the church courts, which enforced church, or canon, law with fines and punishments) is an ugly fellow whose face is _________________ and who can be _________________.

full of carbuncles. obnoxious.

What does the Summoner eat and drink?

garlic and onions and wine

His "brother" in Christ is the Plowman, a poor man who loves ______________ and loves his _______________ as himself, and shows it in his actions.

god. neighbors.

The Physician, who uses astrology and the theory of the humors to diagnose illnesses, loves ________________ - because it is used in making medicines, of course!

gold

What color does the Yeomen wear?

green

How can you tell the student has little money?

his horse was thin and his clothes were threadbare

The Parson is truly a ____________________man who believes he should ________________ before he teaches or preaches.

holy. be an example

The Knight, who is an example of someone who lives by the code of chivalry, is characterized by his ____________, ______________, and ___________.

honesty, generousity, courtesy.

The richly dressed Monk enjoys ______________ and is not particularly concerned with obeying the rules of his order.

hunting

The Friar played the _____?

hurdy gurdy

The Reeve, described as slender and ______________, was a carpenter when he was younger. He rides at the __________ of our group.

ill-tempered. back.

The Manciple was _____ but still _____ than the men he worked for.

illiterate. smarter

In the Prologue, the author _____ the pilgrims.

introduces and describes (profession, their description, and their condition.)

A member of a guild could also be known as a memeber of a _____ ______.

labor union

The Franklin was a well to do _____ but not of _____.

landowner, nobiltiy

The Wife of Bath was an "expert" in?

love, matters of the heart


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