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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. John Shakespeare was unable to send Will to…
(a) University
(b) Church
(c) Germany
(d) London

2. Chapter 5 ends with a discussion of…
(a) Why Will did not have a happy marriage
(b) Why Will did not live with his family
(c) Why Will wrote so prolifically
(d) Why Will did not leave documents inscribed with his name

3. What was the result of Will’s threatened punishment for his illegal activity?
(a) Will’s untimely death
(b) Will’s advancement in society
(c) Will’s leaving Stratford
(d) Will’s imprisonment

4. Which of these things was NOT an aspect of deer poaching during Will’s day?
(a) It was a test of cleverness
(b) It was a test of skill
(c) It was a test of manhood
(d) It was a test of language

5. Will’s early education was most likely conducted in what language?
(a) French
(b) German
(c) Latin
(d) English

Short Answer Questions

1. What illegal activity was John Shakespeare involved in?

2. Why did “The Queen’s Men” supposedly need an additional actor?

3. Will’s wife was likely of what faith?

4. Who was the prominent and hunted Catholic leader that Will met during this time?

5. Which of Will’s plays does NOT discuss loss of social status?

(see the answer key)

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