Shakespeare In London: Becoming An Actor And Playwrite

The transcript details William Shakespeare's early struggles and rise in the theater world, starting as a horse caretaker and becoming a renowned playwright. It also covers the challenges faced by Philip Henslowe due to the plague and the success of Shakespeare's 'Henry VI'. The decline of Robert Greene, a fellow playwright, is highlighted, along with his resentment towards Shakespeare, culminating in a letter attacking him. The Southwark riot's impact on theaters and actors is discussed, as well as the posthumous publication of Greene's attack on Shakespeare.

How did Shakespeare initially earn money at the playhouse?

• By taking care of horses

• By acting in plays

• By writing scripts

• By selling tickets

What was the title of the play that broke box office records for Philip Henslowe?

• The Jew of Malta

• Henry VI

• Hamlet

• Romeo and Juliet

What was Robert Greene's profession before his downfall?

• A merchant

• A playwright

• A soldier

• A politician

What was the name of Greene's child?

• Fortunatus

• Prosper

• Lucky

• Wealthy

What event caused the theaters to close down, affecting the actors' income?

• A financial crisis

• A royal decree

• A riot in Southwark

• A fire

Who was Greene's letter intended for?

• William Shakespeare

• Philip Henslowe

• The general public

• Christopher Marlowe, Thomas Nashe, and George Peele

What was the title of the publication that included Greene's attack on Shakespeare?

• Shakespeare's Folly

• The Upstart Crow

• The Playwright's Lament

• Greene's Groats-Worth of Wit