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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which member of Will’s family seemed to be sympathetic towards Roman Catholics and militant Protestants?
(a) Will’s paternal grandfather
(b) Will’s father
(c) Will’s brother
(d) Will’s cousin

2. What characteristic of Campion might have hindered Will’s future work in theater?
(a) His thievery
(b) His Catholicism
(c) His wealth
(d) His generosity

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

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What eventually happened to Edmund Campion?

2. What was Will licensed for during the time that he lived in Stratford?

3. What character in King Lear may reflect the plight of Edmund Campion?

4. What position did Will’s father, John, hold in Stratford?

5. Chapter 1 begins with a discussion of…

(see the answer key)

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