Dating Advice from Shakespeare

What reaction do teachers often face when they mention Shakespeare in the classroom?

• Groans and moans

• Laughter and jokes

• Silence and confusion

• Excitement and applause

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CCSS.RL.2.6

How many words did Shakespeare invent that are still in use today?

• 3,000

• 2,000

• 1,000

• 500

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.2.6

Which of the following phrases was coined by Shakespeare?

• Hit the nail on the head

• Piece of cake

• One fell swoop

• Break the ice

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.2.6

In 'Romeo and Juliet,' what does the metaphor 'She doth teach the torches to burn bright' suggest about Juliet?

• She is very strong

• She is very kind

• She is very intelligent

• She is exceptionally beautiful

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CCSS.RL.9-10.9

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CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

What does the simile 'For thou art as glorious to this night, being o'er my head, as is a winged messenger of heaven' imply about Juliet?

• She is like a star

• She is like a queen

• She is very powerful

• She has angelic qualities

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CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.5