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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which early farcical play written by Will was likely influenced by his studies in school?
(a) Hamlet
(b) Comedy of Errors
(c) Henry IV
(d) Macbeth

2. What was a popular way of teaching students in Will’s school?
(a) Independent studies at home
(b) Travel abroad
(c) Reading many texts
(d) Enacting classical plays

3. Will attended a school that was most likely for…
(a) Boys and girls alike
(b) Upper middle class students
(c) Religious students only
(d) Servants

4. Which of Will’s plays does NOT include a reference to gloves?
(a) Othello
(b) Twelfth Night
(c) Midsummer Night's Dream
(d) Hamlet

5. Will’s wife was likely of what faith?
(a) Roman Catholicism
(b) Hedonism
(c) Protestantism
(d) Paganism

Short Answer Questions

1. Chapter 1 begins with a discussion of…

2. What did Will apparently believe in as the “ultimate religion?”

3. What was the name of Will’s mother?

4. What appears to be a driving force behind Will’s hasty marriage?

5. What aspect of social life was very important in Will’s time?

(see the answer key)

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