Shakespeare Background Final

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What was a common form of entertainment for Elizabethan commoners?

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Attending plays at theaters.

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Why did theaters in the 1500s not use elaborate scenery?

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They could not afford to.

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Who held the highest power in England during Shakespeare's time?

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The Monarch.

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Name a theater that was NOT present in London during Shakespeare's era.

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The Ransom.

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True or False: Theaters in the 1500s had elaborate sets and props.

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False.

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What type of performances were popular in Elizabethan theaters?

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Plays, including tragedies and comedies.

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What was the role of the Monarch in relation to the arts during Shakespeare's time?

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The Monarch often supported and funded theatrical productions.

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What was the significance of the Globe Theatre?

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It was one of the most famous theaters associated with Shakespeare.

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How did the lack of scenery affect the storytelling in Elizabethan plays?

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It relied heavily on dialogue and actor performance to convey the setting.

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What was the audience's role in Elizabethan theaters?

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The audience was very interactive, often reacting vocally to the performances.