Shakespeare and Renaissance Figures Trivia

The video explores the lives and works of key Renaissance figures: William Shakespeare, Miguel de Cervantes, and Leonardo da Vinci. It highlights their contributions to literature and art, providing insights into their personalities, training, and achievements. The video also defines important literary terms such as comedy, tragedy, and satire.

What was William Shakespeare's father's profession?

• Tailor

• Glove maker

• Blacksmith

• Carpenter

Which of the following is NOT a play written by Shakespeare?

• Romeo and Juliet

• Hamlet

• Macbeth

• Don Quixote

What is a 'comedy' as defined in the context of Shakespeare's works?

• A play with a happy ending

• A play about historical events

• A play with no specific ending

• A play with a tragic ending

Where was Miguel de Cervantes born?

• Madrid

• Barcelona

• Seville

• Near Madrid

What is the main theme of Cervantes' 'Don Quixote'?

• The glory of knights

• The humor in romantic tales

• The satire of heroic stories

• The tragedy of war

What is the definition of 'satire' as used in the context of Cervantes' work?

• A romantic story with a happy ending

• A work that uses humor to criticize

• A historical account of events

• A serious play with a sad ending

What was one of Leonardo da Vinci's dietary habits?

• He was a vegetarian

• He only ate meat

• He avoided fruits

• He was a vegan

Which of the following was NOT one of Leonardo da Vinci's professions?

• Painter

• Engineer

• Sculptor

• Playwright

What is one of Leonardo da Vinci's most famous paintings?

• The Last Supper

• The Scream

• The Mona Lisa

• The Starry Night

Which Renaissance figure was known for setting caged animals free?

• Michelangelo

• Leonardo da Vinci

• Miguel de Cervantes

• William Shakespeare