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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What object did John Shakespeare unsuccessfully attempt to purchase to help the family’s social standing?
(a) A large house
(b) A prison pardon
(c) A coat of arms
(d) A sword

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

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

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

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What was Will’s home town?

3. Who is NOT an example of a villainous character in Will’s later work that stemmed from exposure to plays in his younger years?

4. Chapter 1 focuses largely on the importance of…

5. What trait is characteristic of all Will’s rural characters?

(see the answer key)

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