One of the most famous quotes from the Canterbury Tales is uttered by the Pardoner in 1.8 of "The Pardoners Tale" and states, "Radix malorum est cupiditas" (greed is the root of all evil). What does this statement mean in the historical and social context of The Canterbury Tales? Do you feel this statement is evident in today's society? Provide evidence from the excerpts you read and from your own knowledge as support

when alex falls for the charming new boy at school, cole -- a handsome, funny, sports star who adores her - she can't believe she's finally found her soul who truly loves and understands her.  

at first, alex is blissfully happy. sure, cole seems a little jealous of her relationship with her close friend zack, but what guy would want his girlfriend spending all her time with another boy? as the months pass, though, alex can no longer ignore cole's small put-downs, pinches, or increasingly violent threats.  

as alex struggles to come to terms with the sweet boyfriend she fell in love with and the boyfriend whose "love" she no longer recognizes, she is forced to choose -- between her "true love" and herself.

explanation: