As old Chaucer was wont to say, that broad famous English poet.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- References Chaucer as a famous poet who often made such remarks.
- In plain terms
- Chaucer used to say this.
- What can you take from it?
- Use authority to support a point.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who influences your views?
- How do you cite authority?
Another view
It relies on the audience knowing Chaucer.
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