William Shakespeare

Where was William Shakespeare born?

• France

• England

• Italy

• Spain

What was the name of the acting group Shakespeare was a part of?

• The King's Company

• The Lord Chamberlain's Company

• The Royal Theatre

• The Globe Players

Which famous theater was built by Shakespeare's company?

• The Old Vic

• The Globe Theatre

• The Royal Exchange

• The Lyceum Theatre

What type of audience did Shakespeare cater his plays to?

• Only common people

• Only the aristocracy

• A diverse audience

• Children

What notable characteristic did Shakespeare's plays have?

• They featured complex interlocking plots

• They contained simple plots

• They were all comedies

• They were only performed at the king's court

Which of the following is a play written by Shakespeare?

• The Crucible

• The Odyssey

• The Great Gatsby

• Othello

In addition to plays, what other type of writing did Shakespeare produce?

• Novels

• Short stories

• Sonnet and poems

• Essays

What unique contribution did Shakespeare make to the English language?

• He invented a new alphabet

• He translated existing works

• He standardized grammar

• He created new words

How has Shakespeare's work influenced modern entertainment?

• They have inspired movies, books, and music

• His works are not relevant today

• They are only performed in schools

• They are only read in academic circles

What is the primary reason given for why Shakespeare's works are still relevant today?

• They are easy to read.

• They tackle big picture questions about life.

• They are primarily meant to be read silently.

• They are only appreciated by academics.