1st Quiz Flashcards
(23 cards)
How many pilgrims where there?
31 pilgrims including the narrator
Where does the pilgrimage start?
The tavern inn
Where is the pilgrimage going?
Journey to visit the relics of Saint Thomas Becket at Canterbury Cathedral
What were the contest Rules?
- Speak to the point, no unnecessary detail
- plain words/easy to understand
- Adventures that happened formally/things that have truth to them
- the most instructive (tells how to do something)
- the most entertaining
Who is the Black Prince?
Son of Edward the 3rd who changed warfare in England.
How did the Black Death effect the Economy in England
Estimated half the population in England died causing loss of wealth. This led to a tank in the Economy.
What was the main point in the Knights Tale?
Love among Cousins
Who won the battle in the Knights Tale?
Aricite
Who does Emily pray to?
Diana (Chastity)
Who does Palamon pray to?
Venus (love)
Who does Aricite pray to?
Mars (War)
What God does Theseus represent?
Saturn (control)
What is in the year 1381?
The peasant Revolt
What was the point of the Peasant Revolt?
To improve their social standing by having Richard a 14 year old become king before he is of age.
What was happening after the revolt?
Corruption that went all the way up to the king
People counted on what 4 things from the church?
- Religion teaches spirit of sacrifice
- Teach respect for authority
- Acceptance of Discipline
- Otherworldliness: Prepare yourself for heaven
Who is the most honest of the Pilgrims?
The parson
What was the fear of England?
If the elite of the church are disobeying morality why shouldn’t the common?
What does Alison stand for?
Immorality
What does Nicholas stand for?
Lust
What does Absalon stand for?
Silly games
What does John stand for?
No control
What is the Knights answer in the wife of Bath story?
Woman want control
