The canterbury tales is important because it explains how various pilgrims acted. reveals common attitudes of the time. provides information about cultural ideals. details the differences between social classes.

Why did lincoln issue the emancipation proclamation? correct answer gets marked branliest! (multiple ) a) to force the north to be more serious about the war. b) to shorten the war. c) to gain support of non-slave nations. d) to frighten the south by encouraging slave rebellions. e) to strengthen the union cause.