Introduction to William Shakespeare

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What is the name of the theater for which Shakespeare wrote most of his plays?

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The Globe Theater

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What was the name of the plague that struck during Shakespeare's time?

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The Black Death

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Shakespeare was born and died on which date?

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April 23

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What is the term for a word that has disappeared from common use?

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Archaic

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How many children did Shakespeare have?

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3

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What genre of plays is Shakespeare most famous for?

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Tragedy, Comedy, and History

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What is the term for a play that ends in a sad or disastrous way?

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Tragedy

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What is the term for a play that is humorous and often has a happy ending?

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Comedy

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What is the name of Shakespeare's wife?

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Anne Hathaway

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What is the term for a character's speech in a play that is directed to the audience?

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