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Short Shakespeare Quiz

A short quiz on the most renowned author of all time, William Shakespeare. Good luck!

A multiple-choice quiz by leAnn7. Estimated time: 4 mins.

Author
leAnn7

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
32,718

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
5

Difficulty
Tough

Avg Score
3 / 5

Plays
832

One at a Time - Single Page - Timed Game

Question 1 of 5

1. Which of the following did Shakespeare write first? Hint

'Richard II'

'Richard III'

'Romeo and Juliet'

'The Tragedy of Julius Caesar'

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Question 2 of 5

2. Which of the following is NOT true about Shakespeare? Hint

He had a daughter named Susanna

His wife was eight years older than him

He married at age 18

He was born into poverty

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Question 3 of 5

3. In 1597, Shakespeare purchased a house in his hometown of Stratford-on-Avon. What was the name of that house? Hint

New House

Avon Place

Avon House

New Place

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Question 4 of 5

4. When was Shakespeare born? Hint

April 25, 1564

April 24, 1564

April 23, 1564

April 22, 1564

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Question 5 of 5

5. How many plays is Shakespeare commonly believed to have written? Hint

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Which of the following did Shakespeare write first?

Answer: 'Richard III'

Shakespeare wrote 'Richard III' between 1592 and 1593. Both 'Romeo and Juliet' and 'Richard II' were written between 1594 and 1596. 'Julius Caesar' was written in 1599.

2. Which of the following is NOT true about Shakespeare?

Answer: He was born into poverty

His father held several town offices, and his mother was from a prominent family. When Shakespeare was in his teens, however, his family experienced financial troubles.

3. In 1597, Shakespeare purchased a house in his hometown of Stratford-on-Avon. What was the name of that house?

Answer: New Place

4. When was Shakespeare born?

Answer: April 23, 1564

5. How many plays is Shakespeare commonly believed to have written?

Answer: 37

Source: Author leAnn7

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