Pre reading Romeo and Juliette Flashcards
Why are people so fascinated by Shakespear
He understands people and puts all those things in writing
One fact about shakespear
Christened in stratford upon- Avon April 26, 1564
second fact
Marries Anne Hathival Nov 27, 1582
third fact
Daughter Susanna christened may 26, 1583 and had twins Judith and Hamnet
fourth fact
Shakespear’s name appears in print
Fifth fact
Died in stratford upon- Avon
What was London like during Shakespear’s life
City of contrasts
second fact
it was violent
Third fact
It had the Plague and was dirty
who are the groundings?
They paid a penny to stand on the ground and more money to get comfortable seats
Why were the plays performed during the afternoon
Because the light came from the sun
Explain the significance of clothing during shakespear’s age. Explain at least two specific details
It reflected status and wealth
Why didn’t london officials like the theatres and why weren’t women allowed to perform in theatres.
They thought it attracted criminals and thought women acting in a theter was indecent
What was the main job for women? What were some of the rules for women?
Main job for women was mairane. They couldn’t go on stage and had poor education. The weren’t allowed to act. couldn’t vote
in 1593, how long had Elizabeth been on the throne.
for 40 years she had ben on the throne.
how did queen eizibeth feel about the plays
she loves plays and allowed them to go on stage
Why didn’t queen elizabeth marry
She was too busy working and had the power. She offered and took away.
Why is Romeo and Juliet an important play in Shakespear’s career
She could study anything and it set him apart from the other writers of his time
Why is 1564 important
born
why is 1616 important
died
where did shakespear live
Stratford-upon-avon
who were Shakespear’s parents
John and Mary avdon shakespear
What was school like during Shakespear’s youth? When dud Shakespear drop out of school
was long and rigourous
who was Shakespear married to
Anne hathaway