Shakespeare

Shakespeare is known as the first

• Playwright

• Professional Writer

• Theater Owner

• English Author

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Shakespeare was born in what city?

• London

• England

• Canterbury

• Stratford-upon-Avon

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Shakespeare did not have a college education.

• TRUE

• FALSE

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What was the name of the theater in which Shakespeare's plays were performed?

• The Rose

• The Globe

• The Apple

• The Castle

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Which of the following was NOT a characteristic of the theater where Shakespeare's plays were performed?

• It had a rotating stage.

• It had standing room next to the stage.

• It was owned by actors.

• It held 3,000 spectators.

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There were no female actors during Shakespeare's day.

• TRUE

• FALSE

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Which is NOT a type of play Shakespeare wrote?

• Tragedies

• Mysteries

• Histories

• Comedies

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Which is NOT an attribute of Shakespeare's Tragedies?

• Villains can be women.

• Lots of people die.

• They often contained witchcraft.

• They were all set in winter.

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What is NOT an attribute of Shakespeare's Comedies?

• Often used miscommunication

• They often involve revenge and jealousy.

• Frequently end in marriage.

• Include music

In addition to plays, Shakespeare is known for writing what specific type of poetry?

• Haiku

• Free Verse

• Sonnets

• Limericks

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