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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Second Nun's Prologue and Tale.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the Squire’s Tale, what gift is the king's daughter given by the mysterious guest?
(a) A dove.
(b) A necklace.
(c) A pear tree.
(d) A ring.

2. What animal is Chanticleer?
(a) A fox.
(b) A rooster.
(c) A horse.
(d) A dog.

3. Who ultimately wins Emilie's hand?
(a) Arcite.
(b) Theseus.
(c) Palamon.
(d) No one; she remains unmarried.

4. Who tells the Tale of Melibee?
(a) Chaucer.
(b) The Narrator.
(c) The speaker is not known.
(d) The Host.

5. Who comes to Alison's window after Nicholas and Alison spend the night together?
(a) An unknown townsperson.
(b) John.
(c) The Miller.
(d) Absalom.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does the merchant's wife offer to repay her loan?

2. How many wives does Chanticleer have?

3. Who does the summoner swear to be brothers with?

4. What kind of language does the Host use to ask the Man of Law to tell his tale?

5. How much money does the merchant's wife ask for?

(see the answer key)

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