In both 'The Nun's Priest's Tale' and the exemplum, the character delivering the moral influences the reader's response, and both narratives suggest that stories can be true regardless of the teller's motives.
In Chaucer's 'The Nun's Priest's Tale' and the exemplum being compared, the character delivering the moral play a significant role in shaping the reader's response. In 'The Nun's Priest's Tale,' the character of Chanticleer, the rooster, is portrayed as clever and eloquent, which adds humor to the story and makes the reader sympathize with him.
Similarly, in the exemplum, the character delivering the moral influences the reader's response through their actions and speech.
For example, if the character is wise and righteous, the reader is more likely to accept the moral being conveyed.
As for the trustworthiness of stories, both narratives suggest that stories can be true regardless of the teller's motives.
In 'The Nun's Priest's Tale,' Chaucer uses parody to criticize the blind acceptance of traditional fables, implying that even though the fable may be fictitious, it can still convey a deeper truth.
Similarly, in the exemplum, the moral lesson being taught holds value irrespective of the storyteller's intentions.
The focus is on the moral message rather than the credibility of the story itself.