The Bard
Where was he born?
In Stratford on Avon
Why was she called the Virgin Queen?
Because she never married.
Which house was he from?
the Tudors
When do English children get their presents?
On 25 December
Who is Frankenstein?
The mad scientist, who created a humanoid form
Say three of his famous plays.
Hamlet, Romeo an Juliet, Othello
Who did she succeed on the throne?
Her sister, Bloody Mary
How many living children did he have?
Three - Mary, Elizabeth and Edward
What is traditionally eaten at Christmas?
turkey, christmas pudding
Who wrote Frakenstein?
Mary Shelley
What happened with the Globe in 1613?
It burned down
When did England defeat the Spanish Armada?
1588
Who was his second wife, and what happened to her?
Anne Boleyn, executed for treason
What is a Christmas cracker?
a cardbox tube that has to be pulled, there are little gifts inside
Who is killed on their wedding night?
Elizabeth
What are the 'lost years'?
When we don't know anything about Shakespeare's life between 1885-92.
Which explorer named a colony in America after her? (Virginia)
Sir Wlater Raleigh
Who is the head of the Church of England?
The monarch
What do the English watch on TV at 3 pm on Christmas Day?
The Queen's speech
What is the subtitle of the novel?
The Modern Prometheus
What was the name of his 'playing group'?
Lord Chamberlain's Men, later the King's Men
How long did she rule England?
45 years
How long did he rule England?
From 1509-1547 - 38 years
Who brings the presents to English chidren?
Father Christmas
Who starts telling the story?
Captain Walton