Question

Which of the following is textual evidence from the beginning of his tenth-day narrative that Dioneo is an unreliable narrator? Select all that apply.
A) He reveals his personal interest in the group's regard for his belonging to the
brigata.
B) His tone shifts more than once.
C) The best interpretation is gained by taking him at face value.
D) His cautionary advice against folly reveals his motives.

Answer 1

An unreliable narrator is someone who tells a story but the credibility of that story is in doubt. This can be because the point of view of the character is lying, insane, deluded or false. Dioneo tells the stories on a road trip with the brigata during the time of the Black Death in Italy, in 1348. To get their attention from the miseries they get turns telling stories.

Question: Which of the following is textual evidence from the beginning of his tenth-day narrative that Dioneo is an unreliable narrator?   Select all that apply.

Answer:  

A) He reveals his personal interest in the group's regard for his belonging to the brigata.

D) His cautionary advice against folly reveals his motives.