William Shakespeare

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When did William Shakespeare live?

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1564-1616

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William Shakespeare was a renowned...

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Poet, actor and playwright

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What is the time of Shakespeare in England called?

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Elizabethan Era

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What was Shakespeare's wife's name?

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Anne Hathaway

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Who ruled England when Shakespeare was born?

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Elizabeth I

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What genre of literature is Shakespeare most famous for?

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Tragedy, Comedy, and History plays

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Name one of Shakespeare's most famous plays.

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Romeo and Juliet

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What is the significance of the Globe Theatre?

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It was the primary venue for Shakespeare's plays.

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What language did Shakespeare write in?

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Early Modern English

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What is a sonnet?

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A poem of 14 lines with a specific rhyme scheme, often written by Shakespeare.

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