English Renaissance and Language Impact

The video explores the English Renaissance, starting in 1485 with the Tudor dynasty. It covers Henry VIII's reign and the Church of England's formation. Key literary works like Thomas More's 'Utopia' and the King James Bible are discussed. The evolution of Modern English, influenced by the Great Vowel Shift and spelling standardization, is highlighted. The impact of education and the printing press on language stabilization is examined. Finally, the Elizabethan era's theatre, including Shakespeare's contributions, is explored.

When did the English Renaissance begin?

• 1611

• 1516

• 1509

• 1485

Who became the head of the Church of England after his divorce from Catherine of Aragon?

• Henry VII

• Henry VIII

• James I

• Thomas More

In what year was Thomas More's 'Utopia' published in English?

• 1611

• 1522

• 1551

• 1516

Which version of the Bible was promoted by James I?

• King James Version

• New International Version

• American Standard Version

• Revised Standard Version

What major linguistic change occurred at the beginning of the 16th century?

• The Great Vowel Shift

• The Industrial Revolution

• The Renaissance

• The Norman Conquest

What was one reason for the peculiarities in English spelling?

• The Industrial Revolution

• The Norman Conquest

• The use of silent letters

• The Great Vowel Shift

Which institutions helped stabilize the English language?

• The Royal Society

• The universities of Oxford and Cambridge

• The British Museum

• The Globe Theatre

What was the impact of the printing press on the English language?

• It made the language more complex

• It destabilized the language

• It had no impact

• It helped stabilize the language

What type of entertainment was introduced during the Elizabethan era?

• Circus

• Ballet

• Opera

• Theatres and plays

Which famous playwright's works contributed many common phrases to the English language?

• Christopher Marlowe

• Ben Jonson

• William Shakespeare

• John Webster