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- 1 Why does Pardoner upset the host?
- 2 How do the rioters in the Pardoner’s tale treat the old man who tells them where to find death?
- 3 What does the Pardoner preach against and why?
- 4 What sort of people are the rioters in the Pardoner’s Tale?
- 5 Which best describes the conclusion of the Pardoner’s tale?
Why does Pardoner upset the host?
Why does the Pardoner upset the Host? The Pardoner is homosexual. The Pardoner tries to sell indulgences to the pilgrims, after he has already told them that he cheats people. The Pardoner has physically attacked the Host with his heavy bag of relics.
What does the Pardoner try to do with the host?
A Pardoner is someone who travels about the countryside selling official church pardons. After his tale, the Pardoner tries to sell these relics to the other pilgrims, angering the Host, who questions their authenticity.
Which word best describes how the rioters treat the old man?
Which word best describes how the rioters treat the old man? instilling fear.
How do the rioters in the Pardoner’s tale treat the old man who tells them where to find death?
After recalling all of the deaths Death has caused throughout the countryside, the Rioters swear a pact of brotherhood and make a plan to seek out and kill Death. On the way to find Death, they meet with an Old Man and treat him rudely, asking why he is so old.
What is the purpose of the host in the Canterbury Tales?
A cheerful, friendly person, the Host focuses the pilgrims and keeps the storytelling contest from devolving into chaos. Although Chaucer narrates the events of the frame story, the Host takes charge of the contest and creates structure.
Why is the host going to Canterbury?
Harry Bailly is the Host of the Tabard Inn and the journey to Canterbury. The reasons for the tales being told on the way to Canterbury is due to his suggestion of a wager during the pilgrimage. His tends to be a happy fellow that helps mitigate between the company and teases and jokes to keep everyone in a good mood.
What does the Pardoner preach against and why?
The Pardoner admits that he preaches solely to get money, not to correct sin. He argues that many sermons are the product of evil intentions. By preaching, the Pardoner can get back at anyone who has offended him or his brethren.
How do the rioters treat the old man in Canterbury Tales?
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| A | B |
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| How do the three rioters treat the old man? | They treat him roughly and scornfully |
| What plan do the rioters form together? | After they discover the pile of gold coins, the rioters decides that the youngest should go to town for food and drink. |
How do the three rioters treat the old man what do you think he symbolizes and why?
They are rude to the old man. They ask how he has not died yet when so many young people are dying. They accuse him of being in cahoots with Death. The old man symbolizes wisdom.
What sort of people are the rioters in the Pardoner’s Tale?
In an allegorical reading of the Pardoner’s Tale, where characters represent abstract concepts instead of real people, the Three Rioters represent greed. They salivate at the sight of the eight bushels of gold and abandon any other goals or consideration like that pact of sworn brotherhood to kill Death.
How is the host described in Canterbury tales?
The Host is described as a jolly fellow, but he possesses a short temper. He is not easily offended, portrayed as an individual who takes to kidding well. Harry Bailey is also known among the group of pilgrims as the peacemaker. Physically, The Host is described in the tales as manly, striking, and bright eyed.
How is death portrayed in the Pardoner?
The only way the Pardoner does NOT earn money is by making and selling baskets The rioters are looking for death because they plan to avenge the deaths of their friends Death is portrayed as both the price of wickedness and an actual person Which of the following statements best describes the end of this tale The rioters meet death
Which best describes the conclusion of the Pardoner’s tale?
The rioter who goes to town returns with poison In town the youngest man talks to a chemist The conclusion to the Pardoner’s tale is best described as an example of ironic justice The Pardoner’s tale focuses mainly on the subject greed THIS SET IS OFTEN IN FOLDERS WITH…
What is ironic about the Pardoner’s sermon?
Terms in this set (17) It is ironic that the Pardoner preaches against avarice because He is very greedy The only way the Pardoner does NOT earn money is by making and selling baskets The rioters are looking for death because they plan to avenge the deaths of their friends Death is portrayed as both the price of wickedness and an actual person
What level level is the Pardoner’s tale?
The Pardoner’s tale focuses mainly on the subject greed THIS SET IS OFTEN IN FOLDERS WITH… Level F, Unit 12 20 terms Spring_Shank Vocabulary Level F Unit 9 20 terms max_wawrzynowicz Level F, Unit 14 20 terms nakaramales Canterbury Tales Prologue Review (Extra Questions) 52 terms leah_wilcox YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE… “The pardoner’s Tale” 27 terms