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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is NOT an example of a villainous character in Will’s later work that stemmed from exposure to plays in his younger years?
(a) Falstaff
(b) Angelo
(c) Iago
(d) Romeo

2. What position did Will’s father, John, hold in Stratford?
(a) Priest
(b) Councilman
(c) Lawyer
(d) Mayor

3. Chapter 1 gives the most information about Will’s…
(a) Mother
(b) Sisters
(c) Father
(d) Brothers

4. In what country is Stratford located?
(a) Germany
(b) Poland
(c) France
(d) England

5. Which theme in Will’s later works likely stemmed from his family life?
(a) Maintaining a good marriage
(b) Political activism
(c) Loss of status and its restoration
(d) Criminal activity

Short Answer Questions

1. Choose the phrase that most accurately describes Will’s wife.

2. What was a popular way of teaching students in Will’s school?

3. Choose the word that best describes the family of Will’s mother.

4. Who was primarily responsible for the loss of social standing in Will’s family?

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

(see the answer key)

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