William Shakespeare's Biography Quiz
In this quiz, students will complete multiple choice, true/false, and fill in the blank questions over our William Shakespeare introduction.
Questions and Answers
- 1.
John Shakespeare's occupation was ?
- A.
A Playwrite
- B.
A Teacher
- C.
A Wool Trader
Correct Answer
C. A Wool TraderExplanation
John Shakespeare's occupation was a Wool Trader. This means that he was involved in the buying and selling of wool. He likely worked in the wool industry, which was a prominent and profitable trade during his time. This occupation would have required knowledge of the wool market, negotiation skills, and business acumen.Rate this question:
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- 2.
William Shakespearer's mother was ?
- A.
Anne Hathaway
- B.
Elizabeth Stratford
- C.
Mary Arden
Correct Answer
C. Mary ArdenExplanation
William Shakespeare's mother was Mary Arden.Rate this question:
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- 3.
William Shakespeare married ?
- A.
Anne Hathaway
- B.
Elizabeth Stratford
- C.
Mary Arden
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A. Anne HathawayExplanation
William Shakespeare married Anne Hathaway.Rate this question:
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- 4.
William Shakespeare had twin children, Hamnet and Juduth.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The given statement is true. William Shakespeare did have twin children named Hamnet and Judith. Hamnet Shakespeare was born in 1585 and died at the age of 11. Judith Shakespeare lived to adulthood and got married. These twin children were mentioned in historical records and are believed to have been the only children of William Shakespeare.Rate this question:
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- 5.
William Shakespeare had three sisters and four brothers.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. False -
- 6.
William Shakepeare's wife was pregnant before they were married.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The given statement suggests that William Shakespeare's wife was pregnant before they got married. This implies that they had a child before tying the knot.Rate this question:
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- 7.
William Shakespeare was born in the year .
Correct Answer
1564Explanation
William Shakespeare was born on April 23, 1564, in Stratford-upon-Avon, England.Rate this question:
- 8.
Mary Arden was unique becuase she had and .
Correct Answer
land moneyExplanation
two thingsRate this question:
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