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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is another aspect of Will’s early life that impacted his later theatrical career?
(a) Studying with renowned playwrights of his day
(b) Attending local festivals at which plays were presented
(c) Being selected as the winner of a national contest
(d) Traveling extensively outside of his home town

2. Chapter 1 ends with a discussion of…
(a) Will’s rural roots
(b) Will’s brilliance
(c) Will’s religious preferences
(d) Will’s claim to fame

3. Who was primarily responsible for the loss of social standing in Will’s family?
(a) Will's mother
(b) Will's father
(c) Will's grandfather
(d) Will himself

4. What illegal activity was John Shakespeare involved in?
(a) Spying
(b) Whiskey brewing
(c) Illicit wool dealing
(d) Deer poaching

5. Choose the word that best describes the family of Will’s mother.
(a) Sickly
(b) Wealthy
(c) Poor
(d) Imprisoned

Short Answer Questions

1. What position did Will’s father, John, hold in Stratford?

2. Chapter 1 begins with a discussion of…

3. What was John Shakespeare’s primary occupation?

4. John Shakespeare was unable to send Will to…

5. Which theme in Will’s later works likely stemmed from his family life?

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