Themes (OCR A-Level English Literature): Quizzes
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What phrase does Januarie use to describe marriage?
What phrase does Januarie use to describe marriage?
hooly boond
Which creature is Damian compared to, paralleling the Biblical temptation of Eve?
Which creature is Damian compared to, paralleling the Biblical temptation of Eve?
adder
What does Placebo's name mean in Latin?
What does Placebo's name mean in Latin?
I shall please
In medieval society, what were women expected to be?
In medieval society, what were women expected to be?
silent, submissive, and obedient
What are fabliaux?
What are fabliaux?
comic, bawdy tales with unfaithful women
What consequence does May face for her infidelity?
What consequence does May face for her infidelity?
none
Why is marriage presented as a social and economic contract in medieval times?
Why is marriage presented as a social and economic contract in medieval times?
to continue family legacy and bloodline
How long has the Merchant been married when telling his tale?
How long has the Merchant been married when telling his tale?
two months
Which three pagan gods are referenced as present at Januarie and May's wedding?
Which three pagan gods are referenced as present at Januarie and May's wedding?
Venus, Bacchus, and Hymen
From which Roman god does Januarie's name derive?
From which Roman god does Januarie's name derive?
Janus