Exploring Shakespeare's Language and Context

What is the meaning of the word "thou" in Shakespeare's plays?

• They

• You

• We

• He

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

In which historical period did William Shakespeare live and write?

• Victorian Era

• Renaissance

• Industrial Revolution

• Middle Ages

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CCSS.RL.6.10

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.7

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

What does the word "anon" mean in Shakespearean language?

• Later

• Now

• Soon

• Never

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Which monarch was ruling England during most of Shakespeare's career?

• King Henry VIII

• Queen Elizabeth I

• King James I

• Queen Victoria

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CCSS.RL.6.10

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.7

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.5.2

What is the meaning of "wherefore" in the famous line "Wherefore art thou Romeo?"

• Where

• Why

• How

• When

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CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

Which of the following is a common theme in Shakespeare's plays?

• Space exploration

• Love and conflict

• Modern technology

• Environmental issues

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CCSS.RL.6.10

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.7

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.5.10

What does the term "hark" mean in Shakespeare's works?

• Listen

• Speak

• Run

• Hide

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CCSS.RL.6.10

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.7

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.5.2

Which of the following was a significant event during Shakespeare's lifetime?

• The signing of the Magna Carta

• The Great Fire of London

• The Spanish Armada

• The Battle of Hastings

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CCSS.RL.6.10

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.7

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.5.3

What is the meaning of "alas" in Shakespearean language?

• Joy

• Sorrow

• Surprise

• Anger

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Which of the following was a popular form of entertainment during Shakespeare's time?

• Television

• Radio

• Theatre

• Cinema

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CCSS.RL.6.10

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.7

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5