How many ecclesiastical characters are portrayed in the Prologue?

Q: How many ecclesiastical characters are portrayed in the Prologue?

a) 5
b) 8
c) 13
d) 16

Correct answer:  b) 8     

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List of Eight Ecclesiastical Characters Geoffrey Chaucer

Geoffrey Chaucer, the greatest poet of English Literature belongs to the fourteenth century. He is a keen observer. In addition, he portrayed eight ecclesiastical characters in the Canterbury Tales. The list of these ecclesiastical characters is given below:

1. The Prioress
2. The Monk
3. The Friar 
4. The Pardoner
5. The Summoner
6. The Parson
7. The Clerk
8. Wife of Bath

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