Shakespeare Quiz

Where was Shakespeare born?

• London

• Stratford-upon-Avon

• Oxford

• Manchester

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What was the occupation of Shakespeare's father, John?

• Blacksmith

• Glove maker

• Carpenter

• Baker

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In which century was Shakespeare born?

• 14th Century

• 15th Century

• 16th Century

• 17th Century

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What was the name of Shakespeare's mother?

• Anne

• Mary

• Elizabeth

• Catherine

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What type of goods did Shakespeare's father deal with as a merchant?

• Textiles

• Agricultural goods

• Metals

• Spices

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How was Shakespeare's family positioned in the social system of the 16th Century?

• Upper class

• Middle class

• Lower class

• Royalty

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What was the name of their son who died as a child?

• Hamlet

• Hamnet

• Henry

• Harry

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How many daughters did they have?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four

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At what age did Shakespeare retire from writing plays?

• 40

• 48

• 52

• 60

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Where were most of Shakespeare's plays performed?

• The Royal Theatre

• The Globe Theatre

• The National Theatre

• The London Theatre

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