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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Tale of Sir Topas.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the Clerk’s Tale, how old is the king's son when he is taken?
(a) Six months.
(b) Seven.
(c) His age is not given.
(d) Two.

2. Who does the summoner swear to be brothers with?
(a) Another summoner.
(b) A miller.
(c) A yeoman.
(d) A merchant.

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

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

5. What is the name of the apprentice cook?
(a) Perkin.
(b) Landon.
(c) He is unnamed.
(d) Roger.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the knight in the Wife of Bath's Tale do that gets him in trouble?

2. Who does the Host ask to tell the next tale?

3. Who restores January's sight?

4. Who warns the Friar before he tells his tale?

5. How much of his debt can Aurelius pay?

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