CLEAN: Bird book sets new world record at London auction

The video covers an auction of historical works, including a significant book on Birds of America and Shakespeare's First Folio, highlighting their historical importance. It also discusses documents related to Mary, Queen of Scots' imprisonment. The latter part of the video includes unrelated discussions and interruptions.

What makes the rare book discussed in the auction significant?

• It attempted to illustrate the birds of America life-size.

• It contained the first known map of America.

• It was the first book to be printed in color.

• It was the smallest book ever published.

Why is the Shakespeare First Folio considered important?

• It was the first book to be printed in England.

• It contains the only known portrait of Shakespeare.

• It was the first time all his plays were printed together.

• It was written by Shakespeare himself.

What was Shakespeare's attitude towards printing his plays during his lifetime?

• He showed little interest in printing them.

• He was eager to print them to gain fame.

• He printed them to prevent others from performing them.

• He printed them to ensure his legacy.

Who was responsible for the imprisonment of Mary, Queen of Scots?

• King James VI

• Ralph Sadler

• William Shakespeare

• Queen Elizabeth I

What is notable about the documents related to Mary, Queen of Scots?

• They include instructions from Queen Elizabeth I.

• They were discovered in the 20th century.

• They are a well-known historical archive.

• They were written by Mary herself.