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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. What people group was deported from England hundreds of years before Will’s time?
2. Which of these monarchs reigned during Will’s career and loved theater the MOST?
3. In England during Will’s day, many Jews had superficially converted to which religion?
4. Which play does NOT demonstrate a focus on the father-daughter relationship?
5. In which of Will’s plays does Sir John Falstaff appear?
Short Essay Questions
1. Describe the prominent group of playwrights in London during Will’s day. Name two of the members of this group.
2. Why was Will’s removal of explained motivation for the actions of his characters important?
3. Which character did Will create that seemed to be a reflection of his experiences with both Christopher Marlowe and Robert Greene? What is one trait of this character?
4. What happened to Will’s financial standing after the production of Hamlet? What was Will able to purchase for his family?
5. Who was the Earl of Southampton? What impact did he have on Will’s career?
6. Why did Will return to Stratford in the latter years of his life?
7. What Jewish character did Will create that plays a central role in his play The Merchant of Venice? What play did Christopher Marlowe write that is about a Jew?
8. Describe why Will’s play Richard II was not well-received by Queen Elizabeth.
9. What are two main innovations present in Hamlet?
10. Who defended Will and his work after the criticism voiced by Robert Greene? Why might this person have defended Will?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Describe Will’s own family life. Did he have children? What were their names? How did he appear to feel about his children? Did he enjoy parenting? What choices did he make to illustrate how he felt about his children?
Essay Topic 2
Define Will’s position in the theatrical world. What was the general opinion of Will and his work during his time? How was his work received in England? What is the general opinion of Will and his work now? How is he perceived in the theatrical community now? What, in your opinion, is the primary reason for his success or failure?
Essay Topic 3
Define the methods of recreation in London during Will’s day. What types of activities were used for recreation? Where did these activities primarily take place? What impact did these activities have on Will’s career and on his success? How are these activities different from recreational activities today?
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