• Middle English: The use of language reflects the linguistic characteristics of the time.

• Pilgrimage: The physical journey becomes a metaphor for the characters' spiritual and moral journeys.

• Human Nature: Explores the complexities of human behavior, virtues, and vices.

• Social Satire: Critiques and satirizes the social norms and stereotypes of the time.

• Social Commentary: Chaucer uses the diverse characters and their tales to comment on various aspects of medieval society.

• Frame Story: The tales are framed within a pilgrimage, where each pilgrim tells a story to pass the time.

• Royaume d'Angleterre (Kingdom of England): The pilgrimage begins in London and proceeds to Canterbury.

• Anthology: The tales form an anthology, with each pilgrim narrating their own story.

• Fiction: It is a collection of fictional stories told by a diverse group of pilgrims.

• Geoffrey Chaucer: An English poet and author, often referred to as the "Father of English Literature."

• Date of Composition: Late 14th century (around 1387-1400)

• The Pardoner: A clergyman known for selling indulgences and pardons.

-The Host: The innkeeper who proposes the storytelling competition.

• The Wife of Bath: A bold and outspoken woman with a wealth of life experience.

• The Miller: A brawny and dishonest miller who tells a ribald tale.

• The Narrator: Often identified with Chaucer himself, who serves as a neutral observer.