ELA · 7th Grade · 35 min · English Pennsylvania
Who Was William Shakespeare?
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Objective
Information about William Shakespeare
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Key concepts
3 concepts
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William Shakespeare was born in Stratford-upon-Avon, England and baptized on April 26, 1564.
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Shakespeare was a member of the acting troupe called Lord Chamberlain's Men, which later became the King's Men.
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Some of Shakespeare's most famous plays include Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet, and
Practice
5 questions
In what town was William Shakespeare baptized?
What was William Shakespeare's father's occupation?
Exit ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Name two of William Shakespeare's famous plays that he wrote before the Globe Theater was built.”
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