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In Chaucer's "The Monk's Tale" many characters become victims ofmisfortune though they do not seem to deserve it. Which sentence best
states the theme that these stories develop?

A. Great rewards go only to those who truly earn them.

B. Victory in battle often precedes a sorrowful fall from grace.

C. Luck is unpredictable and can abandon a person at a whim.

D. There are many distractions along the path to great fortune.

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Answer 1
Answer: C. Luck is unpredictable and can abandon a person at a whim.

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B.
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C.
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Why does the monster see himself as different from Adam? A. Adam's body was filled with strength and health, whereas the monster's body was physically weak and unhealthy.
B. Adam was formed by a loving creator, whereas the monster was formed by a careless creator.
C. Adam was created to do good, whereas the monster was created to do evil.
D. Adam's brain was given knowledge of the world when he was created, whereas the monster had to teach himself about life.

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Answer: B. Adam was formed by a loving creator, whereas the monster was formed by a careless creator.

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True
or
False

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The answer to your question is true
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