Shakespeare: Who Was The Bard? By Mia Hodorovich 2018

What is the main controversy discussed in the text?

• Shakespeare's true authorship

• The origin of the English language

• The influence of Italian literature on Shakespeare

• The role of women in Shakespeare's plays

Who first proposed the theory that Shakespeare's works were not written by one person but by several?

• William Stanley

• Edward de Vere

• Delia Bacon

• Christopher Marlowe

According to the text, why might authors have used the pseudonym "Shakespeare"?

• To avoid public recognition

• To claim authorship for social status, politics, or gender reasons

• To gain more popularity

• To avoid being associated with courtly audiences

Which of the following plays was based on a translation of Plutarch?

• Julius Caesar

• Romeo and Juliet

• Troilus and Cressida

• Troilus and Criseyde

Who are the most popular candidates for the "single author theory" according to the text?

• William Stanley, Edward de Vere, Sir Francis Bacon, Christopher Marlowe

• William Stanley, Edward de Vere, Geoffrey Chaucer, Christopher Marlowe

• William Stanley, Edward de Vere, Delia Bacon, Christopher Marlowe

• William Stanley, Edward de Vere, Sir Francis Bacon, Geoffrey Chaucer

Which statement identifies the central idea of the text?

• While people speculate about Shakespeare and his identity, there is no real proof that he wasn't responsible for his work.

• The mystery around Shakespeare's identity has exaggerated his fame and encouraged people to read his work around the world.

• Most people agree that Shakespeare is not the one 'true' author of his work, but scholars will never know for sure.

• The high number and quality of Shakespeare's plays proves that one 'true' author isn't responsible for his entire body of work.

Which detail from the text best supports the answer to Part A?

• "A marriage certificate, a will, and two portraits are about all that remains. Even his exact birthday is unknown, though it is generally observed on April 23." (Paragraph 2)

• "Furthermore, Bacon was skilled with ciphers, and supporters claim to have found hidden codes in the plays that attribute the work to Sir Bacon." (Paragraph 9)

• "The theory that Shakespeare was not the true author of his works has gained popularity over the past 150 years. However, the majority of Shakespearean scholars remain unconvinced." (Paragraph 11)

• "His influence knows no bounds. For some, it can be hard to believe that one man could have such impact." (Paragraph 12)

How does paragraph 11 contribute to the development of ideas in the text?

• It supports the idea that a lack of information about Shakespeare confirms he wasn't the true author.

• It shows how the evidence has increased over the last 150 years that Shakespeare wasn't the author of his works.

• It emphasizes that Shakespeare likely was the author of all of his works.

• It shows that scholars are unwilling to consider other people's theories about Shakespeare.

What is the author's main purpose in the text?

• to suggest that Shakespeare was not the true author of his work

• to explore the various theories about Shakespeare's identity

• to prove that Shakespeare was the true author of his work

• to explore the widespread influence of Shakespeare

How does the lack of information available about Shakespeare influence people's opinions about his authorship?

• It leads to speculation and debate.

• It confirms his authorship.

• It has no impact.

• It provides clear evidence.