JAMB Literature in English 1980 Question 50

Question 50

Non-African Poetry

Chaucer presents The Franklin as

  1. A.a great noble man
  2. B.a devout Christian
  3. C.an epicurian in taste
  4. D.a jovial character
  5. E.an ambitious man.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (an epicurian in taste)

Explanation

Chaucer calls the Franklin "Epicurus' own son": he loves good food and drink.