"Quiz On The Miller's Tale"

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1. After the event in the question above, what feeling/emotion overtakes Absalom?

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After the event described in the question, Absalom is overtaken by a combination of anger, revenge, and hatred. This suggests that he is deeply affected by whatever has happened, and his emotions are intense and negative. These emotions may drive him to take action against whoever has wronged him, seeking vengeance and harboring a strong dislike towards them.

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2. What story does Nicholas tell the carpenter in order to sleep with Allison?

Explanation

Nicholas tells the carpenter that the world is ending from a flood from God in a matter of days in order to sleep with Allison. This story creates a sense of urgency and desperation, leading the carpenter to believe that they should seize the opportunity to be together before it's too late.

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3. What happens when Absalom comes to the window the first time and asks for a kiss?

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When Absalom comes to the window and asks for a kiss, Allison tricks him into kissing her rear. This means that instead of giving him a kiss on the cheek or ignoring him, she deceives him into kissing her buttocks. This action shows that Allison is playing a prank on Absalom and is not interested in giving him a genuine kiss.

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4. Why did Allison marry the carpenter?

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Allison married the carpenter because she was motivated by financial gain. She was a golddigger who sought a wealthy partner, and the carpenter fit the criteria as he was rich and had money.

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5. What is the name of the priest?

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The question asks for the name of the priest, and the correct answer is "Absalom." This indicates that within the story or context being referred to, there is a character named Absalom who is a priest.

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6. When Absalom returns, what happens to Nicholas?

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Both A and B are correct because when Absalom returns, Nicholas's rear is burned by a hot poker, and he also farts in the face of the priest.

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7. According to the story, what two things are often at odds (the carpenter should have followed this advice)?

Explanation

In the story, it is implied that the carpenter should have followed the advice of balancing youth and age. This suggests that the carpenter's actions or decisions were influenced by his youthful energy or impulsiveness, which clashed with the wisdom and experience that comes with age. The story implies that finding a balance between the enthusiasm and vigor of youth and the wisdom and maturity of age is important for making sound decisions.

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8. What does Nicholas tell the carpenter to do in order to save him, Allison, and Nicholas?

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Nicholas tells the carpenter to build a boat, as well as to build boats for Allison and Nicholas themselves. Additionally, he instructs the carpenter to get barrels and troughs, possibly to use as flotation devices or to aid in their escape.

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After the event in the question above, what feeling/emotion overtakes...
What story does Nicholas tell the carpenter in order to sleep with...
What happens when Absalom comes to the window the first time and asks...
Why did Allison marry the carpenter?
What is the name of the priest?
When Absalom returns, what happens to Nicholas?
According to the story, what two things are often at odds (the...
What does Nicholas tell the carpenter to do in order to save him,...
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