“The Nun’s Priest’s Tale” by Chaucer that focuses on how it fits the mock-heroic genre

Write an analysis essay about “The Nun’s Priest’s Tale” by Chaucer that focuses on how it fits the mock-heroic genre. Here are the requirements for your essay:

The Nun’s Priest’s Tale by Chaucer that focuses on how it fits the mock-heroic genre

Write an analysis essay about “The Nun’s Priest’s Tale” by Chaucer that focuses on how it fits the mock-heroic genre. Here are the requirements for your essay:

Write 500-600 words, not including the heading and works cited page.

Your essay must consider the following questions:
How is the story of Chanticleer a mock-heroic?
What story elements or writing techniques does Chaucer use to expand and “elevate” this simple tale which help identify it as a mock heroic?
In what ways does Chaucer use “The Nun’s Priest’s Tale” to ridicule the heroic style?

You may examine the following elements, but you do not need to address them all:
Firstly, Humor

Secondly, Elevated language

Thirdly, Stories-within-stories

Fourthly, Character development

Further, Moral lessons

Format and Requirements:

Your essay must have an introduction with a thesis statement, a conclusion, and several body paragraphs. Each body paragraph must focus on one specific aspect of the text (a story element, a style element, a theme, etc), and explain that element in detail. It must focus on analyzing the story as a mock heroic.

Use direct examples (quotes—with line numbers) from the tale and specific facts as evidence. Explain everything fully.
Use of proper punctuation, spelling, grammar, and format your paper according to MLA standards: one inch margins, 12 point font, Times New Roman, and double-spaced with a heading.

Be sure to document your citations according to MLA style.
Uploaded file should be titled with your first name, last name, and the title of the assignment (not the essay)

0 replies

Leave a Reply

Want to join the discussion?
Feel free to contribute!

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *