Shakespeare Quiz
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Introduction
A fun ten question quiz from the world of Shakespeare. It's fun but educational - you could use these questions to prompt discussion about the characters and plays/
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Welcome to this fun quiz on Shakespeare!
It covers a variety of plays! Hosted by Will A.I. m Shakespeare himself!
Which phrase originated from Shakespeare's works?
Which of the following phrases originated from Shakespeare's works?
A
Break the ice
B
Bite the bullet
C
Let the cat out
D
Hit the sack
Slide 2 - Quiz
You could have fun discussing the origins of these terms.
In 1552, William Shakespeare's father, John Shakespeare, was fined for creating a "muckhill" outside his property. What was this "muckhill"?
In 1552, William Shakespeare's father, John Shakespeare, was fined for creating a "muckhill" outside his property. What was this "muckhill"?
A
A mound of clothing
B
A collection of debris
C
A pile of animal waste
D
A heap of discarded food
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It was actually a pile of dog poo.....used in glove making - John Shakespeare's profession.
Which is a 'lost play' by Shakespeare?
Which is a 'lost play' by Shakespeare?
A
The Two Noble Kinsmen
B
Love's Labour's Won
C
Cardenio
D
Edward III
Slide 4 - Quiz
Even though Love's Labour's Won may be an alternate title, possible Much Ado About Nothing.
Cardenio is definitely missing. Check that cupboard under the stairs!
Which play features the stage direction "Exit, pursued by a bear"?
Which Shakespeare play includes the stage direction, "Exit, pursued by a bear"?
A
The Tempest
B
The Winter's Tale
C
Macbeth
D
Henry VIII
Slide 5 - Quiz
Shakespeare didn't write the stage directions, it wasn't a dramatic convention of the time. But the bear is definitely there in Winter's Tale!
What does 'wherefore' mean in Juliet's line?
Romeo, Romeo, wherefore art thou Romeo? What does 'wherefore' mean in Juliet's line?
A
Where
B
Who
C
When
D
Why
Slide 6 - Quiz
The way this is commonly misunderstood drives me crazy!
Which play features Shylock the moneylender?
Which play features the character of Shylock, the moneylender?
A
A) The Merchant of Venice
B
B) Othello
C
C) The Tempest
D
D) Twelfth Night
Slide 7 - Quiz
I hope no one taking this gets mixed up with Sherlock!
Which title is Macbeth given after battle?
Which title is given to Macbeth after battle?
A
B) Thane of Glamis
B
D) Duke of Edinburgh
C
A) Thane of Cawdor
D
C) King of Scotland
Slide 8 - Quiz
Someone might argue for D, but C is correct!
Who is the protagonist of Julius Caesar?
Who is the protagonist of Julius Caesar?
A
C) Mark Antony
B
B) Brutus
C
A) Julius Caesar
D
D) Cassius
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Sometimes you need an obvious question! Or is this actually a trick question?
What is the name of the fairy king?
In A Midsummer Night's Dream, who is the King of the Fairies?
A
D) Lysander
B
C) Titania
C
B) Oberon
D
A) Puck
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Who will make an ass of themselves on this question?
In which play does Shakespeare explore jealousy?
Which of the following plays explores the theme of jealousy?
A
A) Hamlet
B
D) King Lear
C
B) Macbeth
D
C) Othello
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Beware the green eyed monster!
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thank you for taking part in this quiz! If you need a tie breaker get them to name the play this line comes from!
