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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was John Shakespeare’s primary occupation?
(a) Builder
(b) Teacher
(c) Priest
(d) Glove maker

2. What aspect of social life was very important in Will’s time?
(a) Status
(b) Generosity
(c) Honesty
(d) Health

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

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Gloves during this time were made from which material?

2. Will attended a school that was most likely for…

3. Chapter 1 begins with a discussion of…

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

5. What is another aspect of Will’s early life that impacted his later theatrical career?

(see the answer key)

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