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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of Will’s plays does NOT discuss loss of social status?
(a) Romeo and Juliet
(b) The Tempest
(c) Twelfth Night
(d) The Merchant of Venice

2. Which early farcical play written by Will was likely influenced by his studies in school?
(a) Comedy of Errors
(b) Macbeth
(c) Hamlet
(d) Henry IV

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

4. Choose the word that best describes the family of Will’s mother.
(a) Imprisoned
(b) Sickly
(c) Wealthy
(d) Poor

5. Chapter 1 focuses largely on the importance of…
(a) Will’s mental aptitude
(b) Will’s religious preferences
(c) Will’s childhood and education
(d) Will’s health

Short Answer Questions

1. In what country is Stratford located?

2. What illegal activity was John Shakespeare involved in?

3. What was the name of Will’s mother?

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

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

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