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The Canterbury Tales

Why is the knight the first pilgrim described?

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Asked by shauntia h #391831 on 3/9/2016 7:18 PM

Last updated by jill d #170087 on 4/30/2018 7:34 PM

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Answered by jill d #170087 on 4/30/2018 7:34 PM

The Knight was the first pilgrim to be described because he was the highest ranking (highest status) in the group.

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