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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. Why does the Host use as many medical terms as he can when speaking to the Physician after his tale?
(a) To impress the rest of the pilgrims.
(b) To show his praise of the story.
(c) To show that he has been educated in medical terminology.
(d) To keep the conversation going.

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

3. Who is released from prison?
(a) Arcite.
(b) Palamon.
(c) Neither Palamon nor Arcite are released.
(d) Palamon and Arcite are both released.

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

5. What kind of tale does the Friar offer to tell?
(a) A comedic tale.
(b) A tale about a summoner.
(c) A tale about authority.
(d) A tale about scripture.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is planning to attack the Christians at the wedding feast?

2. What is the yeoman's real identity?

3. Who tells the Tale of Sir Topas?

4. How does the Summoner react to the Friar's Tale?

5. What punishment does Theseus give Palamon and Arcite?

(see the answer key)

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