The three groups that are in the story are the city group, the feudal group, and the pilgrims. Chaucer falls under the feudal group because he spent a lot of his time being a negotiator and diplomat for the government. He has some feudal responsibility since he is supported by the government.
Discrimination means judging someone either for their race, religious beliefs and (or) gender.
After his release from jail, a friend paid his taxes for him, Thoreau reflects on how his perceptions of his neighbors has changed. ... After his release from jail, a friend paid his taxes for him, Thoreau reflects on how his perceptions of his neighbors has changed.
Anticipate with great apprehension of fear.