William Shakespeare and Literary Terms

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When and where was William Shakespeare born?

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1564, Stratford-on-Avon

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When did he die?

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1616

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Who did he marry?

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Anne Hathaway

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What did he write?

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plays & poems

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How many plays did he write?

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about 38

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Who acted during Shakespeare’s time?

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only men and boys

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What was his theater called?

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The Globe

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What was his acting company called?

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Lord Chamberlain's Men

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What is a tragic hero?

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The protagonist of a tragedy

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What are the six criteria of a tragic hero?

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noble birth, a tragic flaw, excessive pride (hubris), reversal of fortune, a moment of realization, catharsis