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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. Which of these descriptions does NOT reflect Will’s relationship with the Globe Theater?
2. Both Will and Marlowe utilized main characters in their works from what people group?
3. Which of these was NOT one of Will’s early comedies?
4. Which member of the important group of playwrights in London was particularly opposed to Will’s success?
5. What theater was at the center of a dispute described in Chapter 10?
Short Essay Questions
1. What Jewish character did Will create that plays a central role in his play The Merchant of Venice? What play did Christopher Marlowe write that is about a Jew?
2. Why did Will return to Stratford in the latter years of his life?
3. Which character did Will create that seemed to be a reflection of his experiences with both Christopher Marlowe and Robert Greene? What is one trait of this character?
4. In Chapter 10, the author discusses a personal tragedy that occurred in Will’s life. What was this tragedy? Where did Will go after this tragedy occurred?
5. In what ways were Christopher Marlowe and Will similar?
6. What is Venus and Adonis? What is it about?
7. Who was the Earl of Southampton? What impact did he have on Will’s career?
8. Describe the prominent group of playwrights in London during Will’s day. Name two of the members of this group.
9. Who defended Will and his work after the criticism voiced by Robert Greene? Why might this person have defended Will?
10. How did Christopher Marlowe die? What is a speculative theory regarding his death?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Describe the author’s opinion of Will throughout the book. Would you say that Greenblatt is a fan of Will and his work? What opinion does Greenblatt seem to have of Will’s decisions throughout his life? Does Greenblatt’s opinion of Will change your own opinion of Will?
Essay Topic 2
Discuss Will’s father and mother. Who were they? What information is given about them? In your opinion, did they have a major impact on Will’s later career as a playwright? Give at least one specific example to support your answer.
Essay Topic 3
Define the environment of Will’s early years. What are some specifics of his early education? What is the town like in which he grew up? What impact did his education and the atmosphere of his town have on his theatrical works?
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