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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the nameless Lord ask Shakespeare to cancel one of the performances at the Globe?
(a) For the Queen's safety.
(b) So the Globe can be completed properly for the Queen's visit.
(c) The weather is so dry, there is a fire hazard.
(d) There is too much poverty and entertainment is crass at this time.

2. What does Gilbourne urge the apprentices to do?
(a) Stay and watch the play and learn from it.
(b) Memorize their lines thoroughly.
(c) Put the incident of the trapdoor behind them.
(d) Get enough sleep.

3. How does Nat use St. Paul's as an excuse?
(a) For not knowing about the political climate.
(b) He does not use St. Paul's.
(c) For not knowing most of the other people in the theater.
(d) For not wanting to start learning another play.

4. Why does Robert doubt Nat's ability?
(a) Because Nat slips on his first attempt.
(b) Because Nat is merely a St. Paul's boy.
(c) Because Nat is so short.
(d) Because Nat is so tall.

5. What does Nat forbid any of the boys to see?
(a) Any other performances at the Globe.
(b) Any plays that would be unfit for young boys.
(c) Nothing.
(d) Some of the seamier sides of London.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why might someone try to harm the Queen at the play?

2. Who is Sam Gilbourne?

3. What was Nat's father's occupation?

4. For what skills does Arby particularly admire Nat?

5. What does Nat realize about the bear?

(see the answer key)

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