Shakespeare's Birthplace and Life Quiz

Where is the birthplace of William Shakespeare?

• London

• Cambridge

• Stratford-upon-Avon

• Oxford

What does 'Stratford-upon-Avon' mean?

• Town of Saxons

• River Crossing

• City of Shakespeare

• Street of Avon

How did William Shakespeare survive an outbreak of the plague?

• He was immune to the plague

• He was taken to the countryside

• He was given a vaccine

• He stayed indoors

What is the origin of the expression 'sleep tight'?

• Tightening the bed frame

• Sleeping with a tight blanket

• Sleeping on a tight mattress

• Tightening ropes on a bed

Where did Shakespeare live from 1597 until his death in 1616?

• New Place

• Holy Trinity Church

• Mary Arden's Farmhouse

• Anne Hathaway's Cottage

What was the occupation of William Shakespeare's father?

• Baker

• Glove Maker

• Carpenter

• Blacksmith

Where was William Shakespeare baptized and buried?

• Old Patch Tavern

• Royal Shakespeare Theatre

• Gala Memorial

• Holy Trinity Church

What is the main attraction of the Royal Shakespeare Theatre?

• Pre-show dinner

• Shakespeare play performances

• Street lamppost hunting

• Views over the River Avon

What is the unique feature of the Old Patch Tavern?

• Haunted by ghosts

• Thatched roof

• Plague outbreak site

• Oldest pub in town

What is the cost of an adult ticket for the river cruise in Stratford-upon-Avon?

• £15

• £5

• £10

• £7