The strengths and weaknesses of characters in The Canterbury
Chaucer is a great satirist though he is almost never bitter when he pokes fun at the weakness of people. Point out examples of Chaucer’s genial satire in the prologue... Find evidence of those characters he sees as weak and admirable.
Chaucer believes that the Knight is the most noble of the group. His loyalty, honor, and good manners prove him to be a chivalrous soldier. The squire is also devoted to love. His looks are described as strong, beau