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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who reminds the Cook he must tell a good tale?
(a) The Host.
(b) The Prioress.
(c) The Pardoner.
(d) The Narrator.

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

3. Where does the Tale of Sir Topas begin?
(a) Asia.
(b) Flanders.
(c) London.
(d) Canterbury.

4. How does the Summoner react to the Friar's Tale?
(a) He expresses no opinion about it.
(b) He enjoys it.
(c) He is angry.
(d) He finds it funny.

5. Who employs the summoner in The Friar's Tale?
(a) A bishop.
(b) A mayor.
(c) An archdeacon.
(d) A priest.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Virginius kill Virginia?

2. What is the yeoman's real identity?

3. How does the Cook react to the Reeve's tale?

4. What does the friar in the Summoner's Tale promise in exchange for whatever the parishioners will give?

5. Where did the Wife of Bath meet Jankyn?

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