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A manciple was someone who oversaw and organised the storage of food, so today it would be quite different. Since most food is quickly consumed, little is stored, so today a manciple would unlikely be necessary on a national basis.
A manciple was also a steward of a monastery. Today, he would assumably be the same.
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Which profession found among Chaucer's pilgrims can still be found today?
The professions of a Physician, Merchant, and Lawyer found among Chaucer's pilgrims can still be found today. These professions have evolved over time but are still recognizable in modern society.
What was the manciple role in society in the middle ages?
The manciple was a purchaser of provisions, usually for a university.
What is the manciple tale about?
About a Steward
What was the manciple social standing?
The manciple was a type of officer in charge of purchasing provisions for a college or other institution. In medieval times, the manciple was considered a lower-ranking official among the various officers of an institution, such as a monastery or college.
What was the job of the manciple in the middle ages?
A manciple had the job of overseeing purchase and storage of food for such organizations as monasteries, colleges, courts, and so on.
Who did the manciple travel with?
The manciple traveled with the group of pilgrims in Chaucer's "The Canterbury Tales." He was responsible for purchasing provisions for the group.
What are the contradictory traits in the Pardoner's prologue and the Manciple's prologue?
The Pardoner's prologue shows him openly admitting to deceiving people for profit, while the Manciple's prologue portrays him as a wise and prudent person. The Pardoner is dishonest and manipulative, while the Manciple is portrayed as trustworthy and astute.
Was the manciple well educated from the Canterbury's?
Yes, the manciple in Chaucer's "The Canterbury Tales" is described as being illiterate or poorly educated, but he is portrayed as clever and shrewd in managing his finances and handling his responsibilities as a steward.
Are their such things as Time Gates?
None are known to modern science as of today (29 July 2009).
What were Egyptians religious beliefs?
Which egptians do you have in mind? the egyptians in the time of the pharos or the modern egyptian today
What time is the modern warfare 3 trailer?
There have been rumors that it will be released sometime today or tonight
What kind of clothing did a manciple wear?
He wore knickers which were like shorts,and no other clothing!
