Shakespeare's Life

What year was Shakespeare born?

• 1564

• 1668

• 1447

• 1998

What event allows us to guess Shakespeare's DAY of birth?

• His baptism

• His birth record

• His autobiography

• His plays

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How many siblings did he have?

• 7

• 10

• 4

• 3

What was his oldest daughter's name?

• Susanna

• Rose

• Beth

• Judy

How many plays did Shakespeare write?

• 37

• 101

• 5

• 78

What was the name of Shakespeare's circular theater?

• The Globe

• The Sphere

• The Moon

• London Tower

What was the only thing Shakespeare left his wife in his will?

• Their bed

• His money

• His writings

• The house

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

• It was Christmas day.
• It was the same day King James I died.
• It was his birthday.
• It was the same day his son died.

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Shakespeare was part of a theatrical group called

• The President's Group
• The Royal Troupe
• The King's Men
• The Elite Theater

When did Shakespeare die?

• April 23,1616
• July 22,1832
• September 16,1759
• October 31,1737