The Shakespeare Stealer Comprehension Questions

The video is a review of 'The Shakespeare Stealer' by Gary Blackwood. It follows Widge, an orphan boy skilled in shorthand, who is tasked with stealing Shakespeare's 'Hamlet'. The story explores Widge's journey into the world of theatre, his interactions with other characters, and the challenges he faces. The review discusses the book's pacing, character development, and thematic elements, comparing it to other historical novels. The video concludes with an analysis of the book's literary aspects and its reception.

Who is the main character in 'The Shakespeare Stealer'?

• Julian

• Widge

• Simon Bass

• The Falconer

What special skill does Widge possess?

• Acting

• Singing

• Sword fighting

• Shorthand writing

Who is the villain that buys Widge's apprenticeship?

• Nick

• Julian

• The Falconer

• Simon Bass

What is Simon Bass's plan involving Shakespeare's Hamlet?

• To perform it legally

• To steal it

• To rewrite it

• To destroy it

Why does Widge fail to transcribe Hamlet during the first performance?

• He falls asleep

• He gets too invested in the play

• He loses his notebook

• He is caught by the guards

What causes the fire at the theater?

• A lightning strike

• A cannon misfire

• A candle

• A dropped lantern

What role does Widge take on in the theater group?

• Playwright

• Stagehand

• Director

• Actor

Who becomes Widge's best friend in the theater group?

• Nick

• Julian

• Simon Bass

• Sanders

What is revealed about Julian's identity?

• He is the Falconer

• He is a girl named Julia

• He is a spy

• He is Widge's brother

What does Nick do with the script of Hamlet?

• Burns it

• Performs it

• Steals it

• Rewrites it