Shakespeare's Life and Works

Shakespeare's Life and Works

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English

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Richard Gonzalez

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William Shakespeare, born in 1564 in Stratford-upon-Avon, is celebrated as the greatest English writer. He wrote 38 plays, 154 sonnets, and other works. Married to Anne Hathaway, he had three children. His career flourished in London as an actor and playwright. He retired to Stratford in 1613 and died in 1616. His works, including comedies, tragedies, and romances, remain influential and widely performed.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When was William Shakespeare born?

April 26, 1564

April 26, 1616

April 23, 1564

April 23, 1616

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Shakespeare often referred to as?

The Poet of England

The Bard of Avon

The Playwright of London

The Dramatist of Stratford

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many plays did Shakespeare write?

28

58

38

48

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who did Shakespeare marry?

Mary Arden

Anne Hathaway

Susanna Hall

Judith Quiney

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the name of the playing company Shakespeare was part of?

The Queen's Men

The King's Men

The Lord Chamberlain's Men

The Royal Players

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

At what age did Shakespeare retire?

49

52

58

55

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the cause of Shakespeare's death speculated to be?

Old age

Plague

Typhus

Unknown illness

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