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I think the pilgrims have their own individual motives. For example, the Pardoner might be compelled by his occupation to make the pilgrimage, but it could be that his real motivation is scamming the other Pilgrims.
That's a really long sentence lol I believe it's D because he talks about "honored dead" and how they shouldn't die in vain.
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because he is thankful for it i think your welcome
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