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Key learning points

  1. In this lesson, we will explore who Shakespeare is, the differences between plays and novels, and the structure of a Shakespearean comedy.

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4 Questions

Q1.
When was Shakespeare alive?
1558-1603
1564-1603
Correct answer: 1564-1616
1764-1816
Q2.
Which of the following are NOT TRUE about Shakespeare?
Correct answer: He studied the ancient Egyptians at school.
He was well-educated.
He was writing when King James I was on the throne.
He was writing when Queen Elizabeth I was on the throne.
Q3.
Which of the following are true of plays?
They are organised into chapters.
Correct answer: They are performed to an audience.
They are read by a reader.
They tell the reader what is happening.
Q4.
Which of the following is NOT a feature of a comedy?
Correct answer: There are no ridiculous characters.
There is a happy ending.
There is a romantic plot.
There is confusion over who is who.

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UnitEnglish / A Midsummer Night's Dream, Shakespeare (Introduction and Act 1)

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