The Structure of Comedy
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Key learning points
- In this lesson, we will explore who Shakespeare is, the differences between plays and novels, and the structure of a Shakespearean comedy.
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4 Questions
Q1.
When was Shakespeare alive?
1558-1603
1564-1603
1764-1816
Q2.
Which of the following are NOT TRUE about Shakespeare?
He was well-educated.
He was writing when King James I was on the throne.
He was writing when Queen Elizabeth I was on the throne.
Q3.
Which of the following are true of plays?
They are organised into chapters.
They are read by a reader.
They tell the reader what is happening.
Q4.
Which of the following is NOT a feature of a comedy?
There is a happy ending.
There is a romantic plot.
There is confusion over who is who.