He coude songes make, and wel endite.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- He was talented at composing songs and writing well.
- In plain terms
- He could make songs and write well.
- What can you take from it?
- Acknowledge artistic talent in music and writing.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes a good song?
- Is writing the same as making songs?
Another view
It is vague about what kind of songs or writing.
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