Shakespeare's Life and Works

William Shakespeare, born in 1564, transformed from a glove maker's son to a renowned playwright. His works, influenced by his life experiences, include comedies, histories, and tragedies. Shakespeare's early life in Stratford-upon-Avon, marriage to Anne Hathaway, and move to London shaped his writing. He wrote for the Lord Chamberlain's Men, becoming rich and famous. His later years saw a shift to tragedies, possibly influenced by personal losses. Shakespeare retired in 1613, leaving a legacy of 37 plays that continue to impact literature and culture.

What transformation did Shakespeare undergo during his lifetime?

• From a king to a commoner

• From a farmer to a playwright

• From a glove maker's son to a favorite playwright

• From a soldier to a poet

Where was Shakespeare born?

• Cambridge

• London

• Stratford-upon-Avon

• Oxford

What is known about Shakespeare's education?

• He attended a prestigious university

• He was self-taught

• He likely attended a local public school

• He had no formal education

Who did Shakespeare marry at the age of 18?

• Mary Arden

• Anne Hathaway

• Elizabeth I

• Catherine of Aragon

How did Shakespeare's marriage influence his works?

• He focused on political themes

• He avoided writing about marriage

• He wrote about young lovers

• He developed complex female characters

What was the nature of Shakespeare's life in London?

• He lived a quiet life

• He was part of a disreputable theatre scene

• He was a politician

• He was a merchant

Which famous love story did Shakespeare write during his early years in London?

• The Tempest

• Romeo and Juliet

• Macbeth

• Othello

What was the name of the theatre company Shakespeare was involved with?

• The Lord Chamberlain's Men

• The King's Men

• The Queen's Players

• The Royal Theatre

What significant structure did Shakespeare's theatre company build?

• The Curtain Theatre

• The Swan Theatre

• The Globe Theatre

• The Rose Theatre

What shift occurred in Shakespeare's writing around 1599?

• From comedies to histories

• From tragedies to comedies

• From sonnets to plays

• From histories to tragedies