lunes, 1 de marzo de 2010

william shakespeare


Shakespeare's life

When was he born?

26 April 1564

Where was he born? Include a map with the place

Shakespeare was born and raised in Stratford-Upon-Avon.

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What was his family?

At the age of 18, he married Anne Hathaway, who bore him three children: Susanna, and twins Hamnet and Judith.

Who was his wife? Include her photo

Anne Hathaway

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Did he have children?

Yes, three children: Susanna, and twins Hamnet and Judith.

How old was he when he died?

He was 52 years old.


Shakespeare's time

Who was the Queen and King during Shakespeare's life? Include photos

Elizabethan era. Edward VI.

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What country was a great rival of England during this time?

Spain.

What happened with the Spanish Armada?

It sunk.

Why was the Elisabethan era described as golden?

Because she was full of riches.


Shakespeare's career


How many plays did he write?

He wrote about 38 plays.

How many poems did he write?

52 poems

Find the title in English and Catalan/Spanish of one comedy, one tragedy and one poem.

King Lear/ El rey Lear

What is the Globe? Find a picture

It's a theatre

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Where is the Globe? Find and copy a map of its location

In London.

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What plays are performed in the Globe this month?


When was the Globe first built?


How long did Shakespeare work there in the Globe?

What was the name of his theatre company?

What happened to the Globe in 1644?

Who built the Globe again and when?


Shakespeare's fame


His words are used today around the world.

How many words did he supposedly invent in the English language?

In which play did he say "To be or not to be. That is the question"?

Hamlet.

Look for another famous word/quotation invented by Shakespeare and translate it into Catalan/Spanish


Curiosities


Who died on the same day as Shakespeare?

Miguel de Cervantes.

What was Shakespeare's nick?

Bard of Avon.

How many films have been adapted from his work?

10 films.


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