Shakespeare Facts

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What is a Shakespearean tragedy?

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A Shakespearean tragedy is a dramatic work that starts high in terms of the protagonist's status and ends low, often with the protagonist's downfall.

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Who was Shakespeare's wife?

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Shakespeare married Anne Hathaway.

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What was the age difference between Shakespeare and Anne Hathaway?

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Shakespeare was 8 years younger than Anne Hathaway.

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What is the name of the theater established by Shakespeare?

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The Globe Theatre.

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How many siblings did Shakespeare have?

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Shakespeare had 7 siblings.

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What genre of plays is Shakespeare most famous for?

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Shakespeare is most famous for his tragedies, comedies, and histories.

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Name one of Shakespeare's most famous tragedies.

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One of Shakespeare's most famous tragedies is 'Hamlet'.

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What is the significance of the Globe Theatre in Shakespeare's career?

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The Globe Theatre was significant as it was the primary venue for Shakespeare's plays and a central part of his success as a playwright.

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What is iambic pentameter?

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Iambic pentameter is a type of poetic meter commonly used in Shakespeare's works, consisting of five iambs (unstressed-stressed syllables) per line.

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What themes are commonly explored in Shakespeare's plays?

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Common themes in Shakespeare's plays include love, power, jealousy, betrayal, and the supernatural.

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