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Who was known as “The Bard”?
William Shakespeare
What does “The Bard” mean?
A skilled poet or playwright who wrote to entertain
Why do people fear Shakespeare?
Because of the difficult language, long texts, historical context and references, and complex ideas
When and where was Shakespeare born?
1564 in Stratford-upon-Avon
When did Shakespeare die?
April 23, 1616 rumored to be his birthday
What education did Shakespeare receive?
He attended a local grammar school and left around age 15 and did not attend university
What was Shakespeare’s father’s job?
He was a glover and made gloves
Who did Shakespeare marry?
Anne Hathaway
How old were Shakespeare and Anne Hathaway when they married?
Shakespeare was 18 and Anne was 26
Why was the marriage unusual?
Anne Hathaway was eight years older and pregnant
Who were Shakespeare’s children?
Susanna and twins Hamnet and Judith
What did Shakespeare leave Anne Hathaway in his will?
His second best bed
What are Shakespeare’s Lost Years?
The period from 1585 to 1592 when there are no records of his life
What may Shakespeare have done during the Lost Years?
He likely taught acted and or wrote
During which era did Shakespeare live?
The Elizabethan Age
Which rulers reigned during Shakespeare’s lifetime?
Queen Elizabeth I and later King James I
What cultural movements influenced Shakespeare?
The Renaissance and the Age of Discovery
What historical conflict does Shakespeare reference often?
The Wars of the Roses
What religious conflict shaped Shakespeare’s England?
Conflict between Catholics and Protestants after England became Protestant again
What theatre company did Shakespeare join in 1594?
The Lord Chamberlain’s Men
What was the company renamed under King James I?
The King’s Men
How was Shakespeare viewed by other playwrights?
He was often looked down upon
Who was James Burbage?
An actor impresario and theatre builder
Why is James Burbage important?
He built the first permanent theater in England since Roman times
When was the Globe Theatre built?
1599
Where was the Globe Theatre located?
Bankside outside London’s city limits
What happened to the Globe Theatre in 1613?
It burned down and was later rebuilt
What were key features of the Globe Theatre?
Open air octagonal amphitheater holding about 3000 people
Who were the groundlings?
Audience members who stood in the pit for one penny
Why were plays performed during the day?
There was no artificial lighting
When did Shakespeare retire?
Around 1610
Where did Shakespeare retire?
Stratford upon Avon
Where is Shakespeare buried?
The Church of the Holy Trinity
How many plays did Shakespeare write?
37 plays
How many sonnets did Shakespeare write?
154 sonnets
Why is Shakespeare important to English language and culture?
He shaped literature and contributed many common phrases
Name Shakespearean phrases still used today?
Wear your heart on your sleeve heart of gold wild goose chase
Why do we still care about Shakespeare?
He is an international literary figure whose works are still widely adapted
What art forms adapt Shakespeare’s works?
Film television opera dance and theater
What modern movies mirror Shakespeare’s plays?
The Lion King West Side Story Mean Girls Gnomeo and Juliet She’s the Man 10 Things I Hate About You
Who in Shakespeare’s life may have inspired Hamlet?
His son Hamnet and possibly his father
Why are the themes of Hamlet universal?
They involve grief betrayal revenge moral conflict and human emotion
What legend inspired Hamlet?
A 12th century Scandinavian legend of Prince Amleth
What is dramatic irony?
When the audience knows something the characters do not
What is fratricide?
The act of killing one’s brother
What is situational irony?
When the outcome is opposite of what is expected
What is overanalyzing?
Focusing too much on details and delaying decisions
What is rumination?
Replaying past mistakes or negative events repeatedly
What is future tripping?
Excessive worry about future outcomes
How long is Hamlet?
About 4024 lines
When was Hamlet written?
Between 1599 and 1601
What is the full title of Hamlet?
The Tragedy of Hamlet Prince of Denmark
Where does Hamlet take place?
In the royal castle of Denmark Elsinore
Who played women’s roles in Shakespeare’s time?
Men
Who is Hamlet?
The Prince of Denmark grieving his father’s death
Who is Claudius?
Hamlet’s uncle and the King of Denmark who murdered Old Hamlet
Who is Gertrude?
Hamlet’s mother and Queen of Denmark
Who is the Ghost?
Hamlet’s murdered father seeking justice
Who is Polonius?
Claudius’s chief counselor
Who is Laertes?
Polonius’s son
Who is Ophelia?
Polonius’s daughter and Hamlet’s love interest
Who is Horatio?
Hamlet’s loyal friend
Who are Rosencrantz and Guildenstern?
Hamlet’s childhood friends
Who is Fortinbras?
Prince of Norway and a foil to Hamlet
What is a foil?
A character who contrasts with another to highlight traits
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