Shakespeare: Who Was The Bard? By Mia Hodorovich 2018

What is the main controversy discussed in the text?

• Shakespeare's true authorship

• The origin of the English language

• The influence of Italian literature on Shakespeare

• The role of women in Shakespeare's plays

Who first proposed the theory that Shakespeare's works were not written by one person but by several?

• William Stanley

• Edward de Vere

• Delia Bacon

• Christopher Marlowe

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According to the text, why might authors have used the pseudonym "Shakespeare"?

• To avoid public recognition

• To claim authorship for social status, politics, or gender reasons

• To gain more popularity

• To avoid being associated with courtly audiences

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Which of the following plays was based on a translation of Plutarch?

• Julius Caesar

• Romeo and Juliet

• Troilus and Cressida

• Troilus and Criseyde

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Who are the most popular candidates for the "single author theory" according to the text?

• William Stanley, Edward de Vere, Sir Francis Bacon, Christopher Marlowe

• William Stanley, Edward de Vere, Geoffrey Chaucer, Christopher Marlowe

• William Stanley, Edward de Vere, Delia Bacon, Christopher Marlowe

• William Stanley, Edward de Vere, Sir Francis Bacon, Geoffrey Chaucer

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Which statement identifies the central idea of the text?

• While people speculate about Shakespeare and his identity, there is no real proof that he wasn't responsible for his work.

• The mystery around Shakespeare's identity has exaggerated his fame and encouraged people to read his work around the world.

• Most people agree that Shakespeare is not the one 'true' author of his work, but scholars will never know for sure.

• The high number and quality of Shakespeare's plays proves that one 'true' author isn't responsible for his entire body of work.

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Which detail from the text best supports the answer to Part A?

• "A marriage certificate, a will, and two portraits are about all that remains. Even his exact birthday is unknown, though it is generally observed on April 23." (Paragraph 2)

• "Furthermore, Bacon was skilled with ciphers, and supporters claim to have found hidden codes in the plays that attribute the work to Sir Bacon." (Paragraph 9)

• "The theory that Shakespeare was not the true author of his works has gained popularity over the past 150 years. However, the majority of Shakespearean scholars remain unconvinced." (Paragraph 11)

• "His influence knows no bounds. For some, it can be hard to believe that one man could have such impact." (Paragraph 12)

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How does paragraph 11 contribute to the development of ideas in the text?

• It supports the idea that a lack of information about Shakespeare confirms he wasn't the true author.

• It shows how the evidence has increased over the last 150 years that Shakespeare wasn't the author of his works.

• It emphasizes that Shakespeare likely was the author of all of his works.

• It shows that scholars are unwilling to consider other people's theories about Shakespeare.

What is the author's main purpose in the text?

• to suggest that Shakespeare was not the true author of his work

• to explore the various theories about Shakespeare's identity

• to prove that Shakespeare was the true author of his work

• to explore the widespread influence of Shakespeare

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How does the lack of information available about Shakespeare influence people's opinions about his authorship?

• It leads to speculation and debate.

• It confirms his authorship.

• It has no impact.

• It provides clear evidence.

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