William Shakespeare Quiz

What is the believed birth date of William Shakespeare?

• April 23, 1564

• March 15, 1564

• May 3, 1564

• April 26, 1564

Where did Shakespeare live?

• Bishopsgate

• Stratford Upon Avon

• London

• Globe Theatre

How many siblings did Shakespeare have?

• 5

• 7

• 8

• 6

What was the name of Shakespeare's wife?

• Margaret

• Anne Hathaway

• Mary

• Joan

On what date did Shakespeare die?

• April 23, 1616

• April 26, 1616

• May 3, 1616

• March 15, 1616

What type of curse did Shakespeare write for his gravestone?

• A poem

• A curse

• A warning

• A blessing

Which genre does 'Hamlet' belong to?

• Tragedy

• History

• Comedy

• Romance

What was the name of the theatre company Shakespeare was part of?

• The Globe Company

• The Royal Players

• The Lord Chamberlain's Men

• The King's Men

What was unique about acting during Shakespeare's time?

• Actors were paid poorly

• Only men could act

• Women could act

• Actors wore masks

Who were some of Shakespeare's royal patrons?

• King Charles and Queen Anne

• Queen Victoria and King Henry

• Queen Mary and King Edward

• Queen Elizabeth I and James VI