Cohesion and Coherence Quiz

Language and Literature Concepts

• Endophoric reference refers to elements within a text or discourse that rely on the surrounding context for interpretation.
• Exophoric reference pertains to elements outside the text, usually relying on shared knowledge or situational context.
• Substitution that replaces a noun with another noun is known as nominal substitution.
• Contrastive conjunctions express opposing ideas, highlighting differences between concepts or statements.
• Hyponymy involves relationships within categories (specific to general), whereas meronymy relates to part-to-whole associations in language.

Shakespeare: Life and Works

• The posthumous collected edition of Shakespeare's dramatic works is titled "First Folio."
• A standardized Latin text during Shakespeare's era, taught in grammar schools, was the "Latin Grammar."
• Shakespeare had three children.
• Fellow actors Ben Jonson and Richard Burbage were instrumental in publishing the First Folio.
• After 1608, Shakespeare primarily wrote tragic plays.
• Shakespeare was born in Stratford-upon-Avon.
• Shakespeare's father's profession was that of a glove maker.
• William Shakespeare is commonly referred to as "The Bard."
• He wrote approximately 39 plays during his lifetime.

Shakespeare's Career and Influence

• Shakespeare was a part-owner of "The Lord Chamberlain's Men," a prominent playing company in London.
• He had three children with Anne Hathaway.
• Shakespeare likely retired and returned to Stratford at around age 49.
• Limited knowledge about Shakespeare's private life is mainly due to scarce historical records.
• His works have been translated into every major living language, reflecting their global influence and relevance.
• Shakespeare's name appeared in a 'complaints bill,' suggesting his involvement in significant legal matters or controversies.

Theatrical Context

• Shakespeare likely left Stratford for London to seek better opportunities in theatre and writing.
• Robert Greene's attack in "Groats-Worth of Wit" criticized Shakespeare's rising fame and ability as a playwright.
• The Lord Chamberlain's Men was a theatre company that performed Shakespeare's plays.
• The term "Johannes Factotum" in Greene's critique indicated that Shakespeare was seen as a jack-of-all-trades in the theatrical world.
• After 1594, plays were mainly performed by the Lord Chamberlain's Men, highlighting their exclusive rights in London theatre.
• The pun "Shake-scene" from Greene’s attack indicated a derisive view of Shakespeare's role in theatre.

Notable Details

• The 1616 edition of Ben Jonson's Works does not include "Love's Labour's Lost," where Shakespeare was involved but did not act.
• Shakespeare purchased New Place, the second-largest house in Stratford, in 1597.
• The Globe Theatre, known for its association with Shakespeare, was built on the south bank of the River Thames.
• The indoor theatre taken over by Shakespeare's company in 1608 was the Blackfriars Theatre.
• He rented rooms from a French Huguenot named Christopher Beeston near St Paul's Cathedral.
• The first biographer recording Shakespeare's retirement to Stratford was Nicholas Rowe.
• "Henry VI" began to be published in quarto editions in 1594.
• In 1605, Shakespeare invested in land in Stratford, demonstrating his financial acumen.
• The play referred to by John Davies of Hereford is most likely "Hamlet," showcasing Shakespeare's range in dramatic roles.

Test your knowledge on cohesion and coherence in language with this quiz. Identify different types of cohesive devices and learn how they contribute to creating meaning in a text. Perfect for language learners and those interested in linguistics.