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A Midsummer Night's Dream by William Shakespeare
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A Midsummer Night's Dream by William Shakespeare

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What does the word 'translated' mean in the context of 'A Midsummer Night's Dream'?

  • Speaking in a different language
  • Transformed (correct)
  • Traveling to a different country
  • Lost in translation
  • Why are Shakespeare's plots considered adaptable?

  • Because they are set in England
  • Because they are written in multiple languages
  • Because they can be changed to fit different cultures and time periods (correct)
  • Because they are focused on one specific theme only
  • Where was 'Hamlet' performed in 1619, showcasing Shakespeare's global influence?

  • India
  • Indonesia (correct)
  • Greece
  • Brazil
  • What makes Shakespeare unique compared to other authors of his time?

    <p>His works were adaptable to different settings and cultures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did countries feel honored to have translations of Shakespeare's works in their languages?

    <p>To honor the global impact of Shakespeare's works</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one reason some translators change the titles of Shakespeare's plays?

    <p>To reflect the time and place of the translation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the German version of 'Hamlet' from 1710, what was the title that referred to killing one's brother?

    <p>The Condemned Fratricide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which adaptation of 'The Merchant of Venice' is Portia considered the central character?

    <p>East Asian adaptations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a unique and unexpected cultural adaptation of Shakespeare's works mentioned in the text?

    <p>A Klingon version in 'Star Trek'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What event in 2023 is significant for the Royal Shakespeare Company's translation project?

    <p>The 400th anniversary of the 'First Folio'</p> Signup and view all the answers

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