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The Canterbury Tales Character Chart The Knight Social Status: Ruling class: highest among the pilgrims Dress: “he possessed fine horses but was not gaily dressed” wore a dark, Fustian tunic (coarse cloth) that had armor stains Physical Characteristics: He is strong because he has endured many battles He is middle aged because he has a 20 year old son, the squire Personality Traits: wise, modest, distinguished, chivalrous, truthful, honorable, generous, courteous, brave loves action and adventure, believes in the ideals of chivalry, he must be an excellent fighter to have survived so many battles all over Europe What is his/her reason in going on this pilgrimage? To give thanks to God “to do his pilgrimage and render thanks” Does Chaucer approve of this character, or does he indicate that he had failed his faith? Yes, “ever honored for his noble graces” What faults might this character have according to Chaucer? None- he is the ideal of chivalry, honor, and bravery – “the sovereign value in all eyes” “a true, perfect, gentle knight” The Squire Social Status: Ruling class: the son of the knight Dress: “embroidered like a meadow bright, etc. (dressed in red and white) His gown was short, sleeves long and wide Physical Characteristics: curly hair, about 20 years old, average height, strong Physically fit, sings and plays the flute, likes poetry, jousting, horse riding, dancing, Personality Traits: he fought on behalf of a lady and did well quickly, lover, respectful to his father, hard working and willing to take risks What is his/her reason in going on this pilgrimage? Maybe out of respect for this father Does Chaucer approve of this character, or does he indicate that he had failed his faith? yes What faults might this character have according to Chaucer? none The Yeoman Social Status: peasant class, servant who accompanies the knight and squire Dress: coat and hood of green w