Shakespeare Reading Flashcards
When was Shake born?
April 1564
Who was Shake married to?
Anne Halltaway
When did Shake die?
April 23rd, 1616
Why did people like Shakespeare?
He was different, he understood people and what made them tick
What is a Groundling?
People that pay a penny to stand on the floor of the Theatre
Why was clothing important in Shakespeare’s time?
Clothing reflected status
How long was Queen Elizabeth on the throne for?
40 years
Why is Romeo And Juliet a important play?
It set Shakespeare apart, the play had that flair.
What was London like in Shakespeare’s time?
Mad, violent, had the plague
Why were Shakespeare’s plays played only during the day?
They needed sunlight to perform. They had no other form of light
What place did Shakespeare live in?
Stratford-upon-Avon
What did Shakespeare study in?
Latin, Greek, and grammar memorization
Who were Shakespeare’s son?
Hamnet
Where was Shakespeare buried?
April 25, 1616, Holy Trinity Church, Stratford-upon-Avon, United Kingdom
Who was Shakespeare’s daughter?
Judith Quiny
