Question

Which of the following work of Chaucer belongs to His English period?

• A. Romaunt of the Rose
• B. The Book of the Duchess
• C. Troilus and Criseyde
• D. Canterbury Tales

Answer 1

Answer:

D. Canterbury Tales

• French period - Romaunt of the Rose

  The Book of the Duchess

• Italian period - Troilus and Criseyde

• Romaunt of the Rose is a translation of a French romantic and allegorical poem. The Book of the Duchess is based on the death of Blanche, the first wife of Chaucer's patron.

• Chaucer was influenced by Italian writers and the major work of this period is Troilus and Creseyde.