English Literature CLEP Prep Practice Exam

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Excel in English Literature with CLEP Practice Exam! Assess your knowledge, analyze literary works, and master key concepts with our comprehensive practice exam. From Shakespeare to Austen, enhance your understanding of major authors and literary movements. Realistic simulations, detailed explanations, and performance tracking will boost your confidence for the CLEP English Literature exam. Maximize your potential, save time, and earn college credits. Start your literary journey today!

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What is the theme of Chaucer's "Canterbury Tales"?

Class divides
Greed
Love
Fate

The correct answer is: Class divides

Chaucer's "Canterbury Tales" is a collection of stories that highlight the social and moral issues of medieval England. The main theme of the tales is the class divides, which is also known as the social hierarchy of the time. This theme is shown through the various characters and their interactions with each other, showcasing the stark differences in their social status and how it affects their lives. While greed, love, and fate may also be present in some of the tales, they are not the central theme and are often secondary to the exploration of class divides. Therefore, options B, C, and D can be ruled out as they do not accurately represent the main theme of the work.