Matching Pairs The Canterbury Tales: Literary DevicesOnline version A look at multiple literary devices Chaucer uses in "The Canterbury Tales" by Latter UP Tools 1 Situational Irony 2 Parody 3 Verbal Irony 4 Social Commentary 5 Hyperbole 6 Satire 7 Exaggeration 8 Irony 9 Tone 10 Dramatic Irony 11 Sarcasm 12 Mockery In "The Pardoner's Tale," the three rioters set out to find and kill Death but end up killing each other. The Summoner's character is often depicted using this to belittle others and their flaws. The description of the Miller, with his massive build and fiery temper In "The Pardoner's Tale," the audience knows that the three rioters are seeking Death, but they themselves do not realize that they will find it. the Knight's chivalric ideals and outdated code of honor contrasted with more flawed and comedic characters. Chaucer's portraits of the Wife of Bath or the Miller, offer a look at issues like marriage, gender roles, and class. The corruption of the Church through characters like the Pardoner, who sells fake relics to unsuspecting people. The author's attitude or perspective towards the subject matter. The description of the Wife of Bath's appearance, with her large hips and bold attire, emphasizes her nature and dominance. In "The Nun's Priest's Tale," the rooster Chanticleer is kidnapped by the fox, despite his supposed wisdom and ability to predict danger. "The Miller's Tale" v. "The Knights tale" when presenting a crude and comical love triangle to courtly love. The Pardoner, a corrupt church official, preaches against the sin of avarice while seeking to profit from his own greed.
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