Shakespeare: His Life and Times(from class notes)

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How many sonnets did Shakespeare write?

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Shakespeare wrote 154 sonnets.

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What are the dates of Shakespeare's life?

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Shakespeare lived from 1564 to 1616.

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What made people the most superstitious about Shakespeare?

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Shakespeare had twins, which contributed to superstitions.

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Who was the lord associated with the King's Men that Shakespeare was part owner of?

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Shakespeare was part owner of the King's Men under Lord Chamberlain.

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Who did Shakespeare marry?

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Shakespeare married Anne Hathaway.

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What is a sonnet?

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A sonnet is a 14-line poem with a specific rhyme scheme, often exploring themes of love.

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What is the significance of the Globe Theatre?

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The Globe Theatre was a major venue for Shakespeare's plays and a symbol of his work.

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What genre of plays did Shakespeare write?

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Shakespeare wrote tragedies, comedies, and histories.

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What is a tragedy in Shakespeare's context?

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A tragedy is a dramatic work that presents the downfall of a character, often due to a fatal flaw.

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What is a comedy in Shakespeare's context?

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A comedy is a humorous play that often ends happily, typically involving misunderstandings and mistaken identities.