Shakespeare's Life and Works

The video provides an overview of William Shakespeare's life, from his birth in Stratford-upon-Avon to his rise as a renowned playwright in London. It covers his early education, marriage to Anne Hathaway, and his mysterious early career. The video highlights the construction of the Globe Theatre and Shakespeare's return to Stratford later in life. It concludes with a discussion of his enduring legacy and famous works.

What is the famous line from Hamlet mentioned in the video?

• Out, out, brief candle

• A horse, a horse, my kingdom for a horse

• All the world's a stage

• To be or not to be

Where was William Shakespeare born?

• Stratford-upon-Avon

• Oxford

• Cambridge

• London

What language did Shakespeare learn at school?

• Greek

• Latin

• French

• Spanish

Who did Shakespeare marry?

• Catherine of Aragon

• Elizabeth I

• Anne Hathaway

• Mary Arden

What is known about Shakespeare's career between 1582 and 1592?

• He was a soldier

• Details are largely unknown

• He was a teacher

• He was a successful businessman

What was unique about the Globe Theatre?

• It was the first theater in London

• It had no roof over the center

• It was made entirely of stone

• It was located in Stratford

How many people could the Globe Theatre hold?

• 1,000

• 2,000

• 3,000

• 4,000

What did Shakespeare do after returning to Stratford in 1610?

• He stopped writing plays

• He continued writing plays

• He moved to London again

• He became a farmer

Which of the following is a comedy written by Shakespeare?

• Hamlet

• Othello

• Macbeth

• A Midsummer Night's Dream

What is the significance of April 23rd in Shakespeare's life?

• It is the day he was born

• It is the day he died

• Both birth and death date

• Neither birth nor death date