Other Cantebury Tales

7 important questions on Other Cantebury Tales

Describe the women in other Cantebury tales.

The merchant's tale = Proserpyna - out argues her misogynist husband = similar to WOB

The Prioress = delicate, well-mannered, sensitive = contrast to WOB

 

What do other tales have in common to the WOB's tale?

They too deal with marriage as a battle for dominance.

What can be said about the Parson's Tale?

Not a tale but a long sermon of the 7 Deadly Sins. Influenced by St Paul, Chaucer provides an background-colorexposition of marriage. Parsons says 'Experience' will give us plenty of examples of "wo that is in mariage."

  • Higher grades + faster learning
  • Never study anything twice
  • 100% sure, 100% understanding
Discover Study Smart

What happens in the Merchant's Tale?

An old man marries a young, unfaithful wife.

What happens in the Clerk's Tale?

A husband subjects his wife to terrible cruelties which she suffers patiently.

What is demonstrated in the Franklin's Tale?

A power relationship seems to be incompatible with love.

Why would the Shipman's Tale arguably be more suitable for the WOB?

It is a fabliau where a woman triumphantly deceives her husband.

The question on the page originate from the summary of the following study material:

  • A unique study and practice tool
  • Never study anything twice again
  • Get the grades you hope for
  • 100% sure, 100% understanding
Remember faster, study better. Scientifically proven.
Trustpilot Logo