Shakespeare’s Life and Legacy
Shakespeare’s Language
The Globe Theatre
Shakespearean Plays and Characters
Shakespeare's Influence on Modern Culture
End of Round Question
200
The year William Shakespeare was born.
1564
200
Shakespeare coined or popularized over 1,700 new words in the English language, including these words: "swagger," "lonely," and "hurry." Which of these words first appeared in "A Midsummer Night's Dream"?
swagger
200
In what year was the original Globe Theatre built in London?
1599
200
In this Shakespearean tragedy, a character seeks revenge for his father’s death.
Hamlet
200
This 1961 film is a modern adaptation of "Romeo and Juliet", set in New York City, and features rival gangs instead of feuding families.
"West Side Story"
400
Where was Shakespeare born?
Stratford-upon-Avon
400
Shakespeare's use of this specific meter, often five pairs of alternating unstressed and stressed syllables, gave his works a rhythmic quality.
Iambic pentameter
400
The Globe Theatre was an open-air structure. This area, where commoners stood during performances, was known as this.
yard
400
This character from "Romeo and Juliet" is a fiery and quick-tempered friend of the protagonist, whose impulsive actions escalate the feud between the Montagues and Capulets, contributing to the tragic outcome.
Mercutio
400
This high school comedy, set in modern-day America, is inspired by "The Taming of the Shrew".
"10 Things I Hate About You"
600
Shakespeare’s death occurred in this year.
1616
600
This phrase, popularized by Shakespeare, means a hopeless or useless pursuit and was first used in "Romeo and Juliet".
wild-goose chase
600
In the Globe Theatre, these seats were for the wealthier audience members, who were situated above the commoners.
galleries
600
This character is driven by ambition and guilt, leading to his downfall and the death of many.
Macbeth
600
This Disney animated movie is heavily influenced by "Hamlet", as it follows a young prince avenging his father’s murder.
"The Lion King"
800
Shakespeare is often called this title, which refers to a respected poet or playwright.
"The Bard of Avon"
800
Shakespeare's creative use of language allowed him to invent or alter over 1,700 words. Which of these words did Shakespeare introduce: "majestic," "lonely," or "brilliant"?
lonely
800
This unique feature of the Globe Theatre’s stage extended out into the audience, allowing for a more interactive experience between actors and viewers.
thrust stage
800
This play features a shipwreck, mistaken identities, and the love story of Viola and Orsino.
"Twelfth Night"
800
The character Viola, who disguises herself as her brother, is the central figure in this movie inspired by Shakespeare’s "Twelfth Night".
"She’s the Man"
1000
Shakespeare's works are divided into these three main categories of plays.
comedies, tragedies, and histories
1000
Shakespeare’s use of animal imagery in insults, such as calling someone "dog-hearted," compared people to these creatures to reflect their personalities.
animals
1000
The Globe Theatre was destroyed by this event in 1613 during a performance of "Henry VIII".
a fire
1000
This character in "Othello" uses deception and manipulation to cause the downfall of Othello.
Iago
1000
Shakespeare’s works, particularly his exploration of human emotions like jealousy, love, and ambition, continue to influence storytelling in these modern forms of entertainment.
movies and television
1000
What modern-day feature of the reconstructed Globe Theatre helps maintain the original atmosphere of Shakespeare’s plays?
Open air design
