William Shakespeare's Biography Quiz

When was William Shakespeare born?

• April 23, 1564

• April 23, 1616

• April 23, 1594

Where was William Shakespeare born?

• London

• Stratford-upon-Avon

• Oxford

What was the name of William Shakespeare's wife?

• Mary

• Anne

• Elizabeth

How many children did William Shakespeare have?

• One

• Two

• Three

What type of plays did Shakespeare write?

• Only comedies

• Only tragedies

• Comedies, tragedies, and historical plays

What is the name of the theatre built by Shakespeare's company?

• The Rose

• The Globe

• The Swan

Which of the following is a tragedy written by Shakespeare?

• A Midsummer Night's Dream

• Hamlet

• The Tempest

What themes are common in Shakespeare's plays?

• Love, power, and friendship

• War and peace

• Adventure and mystery

When did William Shakespeare die?

• A) April 23, 1616

• B) April 23, 1564

• C) April 23, 1594

Where was Shakespeare buried?

• Westminster Abbey

• Holy Trinity Church

• St. Paul's Cathedral