Shakespeare

Front

What is ironic about the accepted date of Shakespeare's death?

Back

It was his birthday.

Front

Which of these is NOT a genre of Shakespeare's plays?

Back

Horror.

Front

What is the term for the mistaken use of a word in place of a similar-sounding one, often with amusing effect?

Back

Malapropism.

Front

In 1603, which king became the patron of Shakespeare's acting company, The Lord Chamberlain's Men?

Back

James I.

Front

What do you call the placing side by side of two contradictory words that make logical sense when explained?

Back

Oxymoron.

Front

What are the three main genres of Shakespeare's plays?

Back

Comedy, History, Tragedy.

Front

What is a common theme found in many of Shakespeare's plays?

Back

The conflict between love and duty.

Front

What is the term for a long speech by one character in a play?

Back

Monologue.

Front

What is the term for a speech in which a character speaks their thoughts aloud, often when alone on stage?

Back

Soliloquy.

Front

What is the significance of the Globe Theatre in relation to Shakespeare?

Back

It was the primary venue for his plays.