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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which is NOT a description of Christopher Marlowe?
(a) Sexually liberated
(b) Socially and politically outspoken
(c) Dedicated to the church
(d) A drinker and a brawler

2. Who did the Earl of Southampton eventually marry?
(a) Will’s daughter
(b) Will’s sister
(c) A princess from France
(d) One of the queen’s maids

3. Which play did Will write that contains an important Jewish character (Shylock)?
(a) The Merchant of Venice
(b) Hamlet
(c) King Lear
(d) Othello

4. Where did Will go, apparently in retreat, shortly after his marriage?
(a) Stratford
(b) Lancashire
(c) London
(d) Paris

5. Will’s involvement in what group is discussed in Chapter 5?
(a) The Queen’s Men
(b) The King’s Men
(c) The City’s Troupe
(d) The Mayor’s Actors

Short Answer Questions

1. Chapter 1 begins with a discussion of…

2. What was the name of Will’s wife?

3. What important thing was developed in Will through his early education?

4. Which best describes the theme of Venus and Adonis?

5. Choose the word that best describes the family of Will’s mother.

(see the answer key)

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