Answer:
B. As a member of clergy, The Friar is an example of Christian values.
Explanation:
Geoffrey Chaucer's "The Canterbury Tales" is a collection of tales told by the pilgrims to pass the time during their journey. The collection of tales include tales told by different people from different walks of life, from a knight to a monk to a priest.
In the given excerpt from the Prologue, the narrator sarcastically mentions how the friar would be 'clothed' in jewels and material things, while also frequenting <em>"taverns"</em>. This passage is ironic because as a member of the clergy, the Friar is supposed to be an example of Christian values. But instead of exhibiting a good example, he does the opposite. He gets involved more in taverns and barmaids while he's supposed to help lepers and poor people.
Thus, the correct answer is option B.
