Nun's Priest's Tale Quiz

How does the fox explain his actions to Chanticleer?

Eventually, Pertelote agrees with Chanticleer about dreams.

The fox is especially fond of Chanticleer's singing.

At one point in the tale, Pertelote suggests that her husband isn't

Chanticleer is not startled when he first sees the fox in the barnyard.

Where does Chanticleer end up after he escapes the fox?

How does Chanticleer make himself vulnerable to the fox?

Pertelote is sympathetic when Chanticleer explains his dream.

Chanticleer had multiple wives

The main character's wife is named Chanticleer.

Chanticleer attempts to persuade his wife that his dreams should be ignored because

Chanticleer uses the example of Joseph (from the Bible)

"The Nun's Priest's Tale" is known as a beast fable, but not a mock epic.

No one tries to help Chanticleer when the fox grabs him.

The rooster relies on brute strength to free himself from harm's way.

Chaucer authored this tale.

To prevent bad dreams, Pertelote suggests that her husband

Chanticleer references historical figures and their dreams to show that he is right.

How does Chanticleer escape from the fox?

Pertelote urges her husband to be cautious in the yard.