What was the name of the collection of novellas by Giovanni Boccaccio in which a fictional group of young men and women taking refuge from the plague outside Florence pass the time by trading stories?
A. The Golden Bull
B. The Plague Tales
C. The Decameron
D. The Black Death
Answer (2)
The correct answer is C. The Decameron , a collection of novellas by Giovanni Boccaccio. It features a group of ten young individuals who narrate stories while seeking refuge from the plague. This work not only entertains but also provides insight into the societal conditions of the time.
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The collection of novellas by Giovanni Boccaccio in which young men and women exchange stories while taking refuge from the plague is called The Decameron . This significant work features 100 tales, reflecting a variety of themes relevant to its historical context. Boccaccio's storytelling captures the complexity of human experiences during a time of crisis. ;
