George Bernard Shaw at home in Ayot St. Lawrence, UK, in 1945 and 1950

George Bernard Shaw at home in Ayot St. Lawrence, UK, in 1945 and 1950

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History, Arts, Performing Arts

9th - 10th Grade

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The transcript describes the remarkable vitality of Shaw, who remained active and sharp even in his 90s. It highlights his completion of his last works and the celebration of his 94th birthday. Unfortunately, an accident while pruning trees led to complications that resulted in his death.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is the man's vitality described in comparison to his age?

As wise as an elder

As calm as a monk

As lively as someone 50 years younger

As energetic as a teenager

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event is associated with the playwright's 94th birthday?

He received a lifetime achievement award

He moved to a new house

He published a new book

Photographs were taken at his home

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where was the playwright living during his 94th birthday?

Manchester

Edinburgh

Hertfordshire

London

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What activity was the playwright engaged in when he had an accident?

Painting a portrait

Writing a play

Pruning fruit trees

Reading a novel

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the consequence of the playwright's accident?

He wrote a new play

He traveled abroad

He retired from public life

Complications led to his death