Which of these female writers is most closely associated with tears ?
Correct answer: B. Margery Kempe
- A. Julian of Norwich
- B. Margery Kempe
- C. Catherine of Siena
- D. Catherine de Pizan
Explanation
Margery Kempe's Book is especially known for her repeated, intense weeping during prayer and religious experiences. This association with tears is a distinctive feature of her devotional autobiography.
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