UPLIFT AT THE LOCAL

The transcript describes a scene at a public house in Carshawton where an amateur theatrical group, the Taverners, performs Othello. The performance is lively and provides a humorous diversion from everyday concerns like the weather and government. The transcript includes a humorous quote about Shakespeare and ends with a mention of the Goodwin Sands.

Where is the performance of Othello taking place?

• In a theater

• In a school auditorium

• In a city park

• In a public house at Carshawton

What is unique about the Taverners' performance setting?

• It is performed in complete silence

• It is performed in a circus tent

• It is performed in a public house where you can watch from the bar

• It is performed underwater

How do the actors approach their performance?

• With boredom

• With confusion

• With enthusiasm

• With reluctance

What does Sam Goldwyn's quote suggest about the performance?

• Shakespeare would be confused

• Shakespeare would be surprised

• Shakespeare would be proud

• Shakespeare would be indifferent

What is the performance a change from, according to the narrator?

• Listening to music

• Complaining about the weather or government

• Reading books

• Watching movies