Read the excerpt from The Canterbury Tales. "Gentlemen” said he, "I take pains to preach In churches with a lofty, resonant voice, Regular as a bell I ring it out, For everything I say I have by heart: My text’s the same one as it always was . . .” Which statement best describes how the Pardoner is characterized in this passage?
Answer
A
He is an intellectual who is inspired by academics.
B
He is a confident, suave performer.
C
He is a caring counselor who is devoted to service.
D
He is a heartless, vindictive leader.
Explanation
The Pardoner boasts about preaching with a “lofty, resonant voice” and delivering his familiar sermon “regular as a bell.” His confident, polished description of his performance makes him seem like a suave performer. The passage emphasizes his presentation, not caring service, leadership, or academic inspiration.
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