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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. What does the Man of Law say he will not use in his tale?
(a) Any of the pilgrims' professions.
(b) Truth.
(c) Rhyme.
(d) Real people.

2. What does the friar in the Summoner's Tale promise in exchange for whatever the parishioners will give?
(a) Prayer and salvation.
(b) Peace of mind.
(c) God's blessings.
(d) Forgiveness of sins.

3. What does the Host do after the Prioress's Tale?
(a) He tells jokes.
(b) He stops the pilgrims for a rest.
(c) He asks the Yeoman for a comedic tale.
(d) He admonishes the Prioress for such a sad tale.

4. Why does the Priest refuse to tell the next story?
(a) He will not participate in non-Christian contests.
(b) He is praying.
(c) He is offended by the Host's swearing.
(d) He wants to hear the Shipman's tale.

5. Who killed the man in the coffin at the inn?
(a) A merchant who was wronged.
(b) A thief called Death.
(c) A knight.
(d) A mercenary.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is the apprentice cook able to revel all day?

2. Who does Cecilia love?

3. Why is the Friar warned before he tells his tale?

4. Who is injured in the Tale of Melibee?

5. Why does Dorigen contemplate suicide?

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