Question

how does the word \goon\ in this excerpt from the original prologue demonstrate a characteristic of late middle english?
\than longen folk to goon pilgrimages..\
its a rare middle english word that will separate into \go on\ in early modern english.
its a common middle english word that will separate into \go on\ in early modern english.
its a word that describes the foolish nature of people who go on pilgrimages.
it describes a word that will disappear completely at the end of middle english.
question 4
which literary term provides context and necessary background information?
word shift
prologue
expense story
vernacular

Explanation:

In Middle English, "goon" was a common way to express the concept that would later separate into "go on" in Early Modern English. This shows a characteristic of language evolution during that period.

Answer:

It's a common Middle English word that will separate into "go on" in Early Modern English.