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Poor but rich in holy thought. Knew and preached gospel. Visited member of flock and was never too proud. Good Christian man…

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The Parson

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Old lady who had gap-teeth, large hips, and a strong opinion…(good at getting what she wanted)
Scarlet hose

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Wife of Bath

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Hard working, loves God, pays tithes and gives to poor, and rides horse…

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The Plowman (Parson’s brother)

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224 pounds, wide/strong, red beard, wart with red hair on nose, nostrils black and wide…
Bag pipes, white blue coated hood, sword/shield
…argues, tells naughties, thief and “class clown”

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The Miller

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Red cheeks, boils/acne, black eyebrows, thin beard, narrow eyes…
No money for acne meds, cake shield, and garland on head
(Lust, likes garlic and onions and wine, overlooks sin for wine)

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The Summoner

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Long, yellow hair(rat tails), bulging eyes, feminine goat voice, smooth chin…
Metal cross with stones, pig bones in glass, sings for $, makes fun of priest and congregation…
(Works in church yet makes fun of congregation)

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The Pardoner

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Trim and fresh
Dressed in uniform of trade,had knives of silver, and were wealthy….in want of attention.
Group of guildsmen

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Haberdasher, Dryer, Weaver, Carpenter, Carpet maker

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Ulcer on knee with oozing pus…secret ingredient

Possesses spices

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The Cook

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Self centered, fat, bug-eyed.
Nice boots, plenty of food, fine horses and clothes
(Hunted, gluttony, didn’t like to study, ignored rules)

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The Monk

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Big head, gray eyes, small red lips, big breasts
Rosary, gold brooch, coral trinket, dogs, cloak, veil..
Tender hearted.
Tries to be part of nobility…focuses on herself

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The Prioress

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Curly hair and moderate height. 20 and agile.
Horse, short gown, long puffy sleeves
Joust, dance/sing, whistle, ride horses, writes songs/poems

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The Squire

The Squire with courtly love is sleeping around

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Fights in wars, jousts, wise.

NOBLE

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The Knight

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Striking, bright eyed, jolly, large
Tavern keeper with quick temper
Tale telling game, sets rules, guide and judge

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The Host

13
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In what month is Tales set?

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April

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Why are the pilgrims going to visit shrine of St. Thomas a Becket?

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To thank martyr for helping them when in need

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What city and inn does Chaucer meet pilgrims?

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In Southwark at the Tabard Inn

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How many pilgrims?

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29