Widge's Journey and Challenges

The transcript follows a young apprentice in 1601 England, who is accused of stealing sermons by his master, Dr. Bright. The apprentice is then transferred to a new master, Simon Bass, who tasks him with copying Shakespeare's 'Hamlet' in secret. The journey involves encounters with thieves and new instructions for the apprentice's mission in London.

What is the setting of the play as described in the introduction?

• Ancient Rome

• Modern-day America

• England 400 years ago

• France during the Renaissance

What does the stage setup represent at various times?

• A courtroom

• Dr. Bright's apothecary and other locations

• A royal palace

• A battlefield

Who is Dr. Timothy Bright?

• A florid overweight man in his 40s or 50s

• A young apprentice

• A famous playwright

• A mysterious visitor

What is Widge accused of by Dr. Bright?

• Copying sermons

• Stealing money

• Running away

• Breaking a valuable jar

How does Dr. Bright feel about his investment in Widge?

• He regrets it

• He is proud of Widge

• He feels it was a waste

• He is indifferent

Who arrives to take Widge away from Dr. Bright?

• A fellow apprentice

• A mysterious visitor

• A police officer

• A family member

What happens to Widge during his journey through the woods?

• He meets a friendly traveler

• He encounters thieves

• He gets lost

• He finds a hidden treasure

Who is Simon Bass?

• Widge's new master

• A fellow apprentice

• A famous playwright

• A thief

What is Widge's mission in London?

• To meet the Queen

• To find a new master

• To perform in a play

• To copy a play called 'The Tragedy of Hamlet'