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canterbury tales pre reading

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  1. adversity
    a state of misfortune or affliction
  2. distinguished
    standing above others in character or attainment
  3. pilgrimage
    a journey to a sacred place
  4. courteous
    characterized by politeness and gracious good manners
  5. prudent
    marked by sound judgment
  6. devout
    deeply religious
  7. repent
    feel sorry for; be contrite about
  8. dispense
    administer or bestow, as in small portions
Created on Wed Oct 27 09:16:30 EDT 2010

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