William Shakespeare — Flashcards

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William Shakespeare was a playwright, poet, and actor. He is considered one of the greatest playwrights in history. His plays and sonnets continue to be studied and performed around the world.

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William Shakespeare was born in April 1564 in Stratford-upon-Avon, England.

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He was the third of eight children. His father, John Shakespeare, was a successful glovemaker, and his mother, Mary Arden, came from a prominent local family.

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Shakespeare received his education at the local grammar school. This gave him the basic foundation of reading, writing, and literature that later supported his career.

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Anne Hathaway was Shakespeare’s wife. He married her in 1582, and they had three children.

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Shakespeare moved to London in the late 1580s to pursue a career in theatre. There he developed his work as both a playwright and an actor.

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The Lord Chamberlain’s Men was a renowned acting company of the time. Shakespeare became a member after moving to London.

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The Globe Theatre was a large open-air theatre built in 1599. Shakespeare’s plays were performed there, and it could seat up to 3,000 people.