Read the excerpt from The Canterbury Tales. "Think what a safeguard it must be for you That I, who can absolve both high and low When soul from body is about to go, Should chance to fall in with your company! Let me suggest that our host here begin, Since he’s the one who’s most wrapped up in sin. Step forward, Mister Host—your offering first, And you can kiss the relics, every one! All for a penny! Out now with your purse!” Which statement best describes the satire in the excerpt?
Answer
A
Chaucer highlights the need for confession before death.
B
Chaucer highlights the sinful indulgences of the church leaders.
C
Chaucer criticizes the idea that forgiveness is available for purchase.
D
Chaucer criticizes the idea of preserving holy relics from the saints.
Explanation
The speaker claims to absolve people and offers access to holy relics in exchange for a penny. This makes forgiveness seem like something that can be bought, which is the target of Chaucer’s satire. The passage does not focus on the value of confession or on preserving relics.
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