Shakespeare and Medieval Drama Quiz
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What effect does conscience have according to the passage?

  • It encourages reflective thought.
  • It promotes swift action.
  • It inspires bravery and courage.
  • It leads to indecision and cowardice. (correct)

    • What event prompts Laertes and the king to seek revenge on Hamlet?

  • Hamlet betrays the king.
  • Laertes is jealous of Hamlet's success.
  • Hamlet kills Laertes' father. (correct)
  • The king wrongs Laertes in a duel.

    • How does the queen die in the sequence of events?

  • She is betrayed by Hamlet.
  • She accidentally drinks poisoned wine. (correct)
  • She is poisoned by Laertes.
  • She suffers a fatal injury in a duel.

    • What character is referred to as 'the Merry Monarch'?

    <p>Charles II</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What major change occurred in England with the Restoration in 1660?

    <p>The theatre reopened.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was James II's religious affiliation?

    <p>Strict Catholic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What ultimately happens to Hamlet at the end of the revenge sequence?

    <p>He dies after avenging his father.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'native hue of resolution' suggest about Hamlet's state of mind?

    <p>He feels indecisive and conflicted.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a defining feature of stories about King Arthur and his knights?

    <p>They often embody a noble cause such as a Christian ideal.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What caused the initial ban on drama from churches in 1210?

    <p>It had become too worldly and entertaining.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of plays became popular at the end of the Middle Ages?

    <p>Morality plays depicting abstract qualities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the structure of The Canterbury Tales?

    <p>A story within a story involving a pilgrimage.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did the guilds play in the organization of plays during the Middle Ages?

    <p>They took over the organization of plays after church performances were banned.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a morality play mentioned in the content?

    <p>Everyman</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is recognized as the most famous poet from the Middle Ages in the content?

    <p>Geoffrey Chaucer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What major theme is explored in morality plays?

    <p>The conflict between good and evil.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What changed in literature during the time mentioned in the content?

    <p>Artists began to express personal feelings and signed their works.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of the King James Bible published in 1611?

    <p>It supported the view that the Bible should be accessible to everyone.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Sir Thomas Wyatt contribute to English literature?

    <p>He introduced the sonnet form to England.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a notable change in the attitude toward love depicted in early 17th-century poetry?

    <p>Poets embraced a more cynical perspective regarding love.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What theme is commonly found in Petrarchan love sonnets as mentioned in the content?

    <p>The loyalty of the lover despite adversity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main reaction to the popularity of Petrarchan sonnets by the end of the 16th century?

    <p>The development of new poetic styles that parodied earlier sonnets.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is notable about John Donne's approach to love in his poetry?

    <p>He portrayed lovers on equal terms without traditional wooing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Spenser's sonnet from Amoretti, what does he compare his beloved to?

    <p>Precious objects purchased by merchants.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What sentiment does the speaker express about nature's state?

    <p>Nature enjoys itself despite human suffering.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the speaker imply about man's impact on himself?

    <p>Man's actions have led to his own suffering.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What image is portrayed in the line 'The budding twigs spread out their fan'?

    <p>The celebration of life.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What philosophical question does the speaker raise at the end?

    <p>Is it justified to be saddened by humanity's actions?</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the speaker suggest about the relationship between nature and human emotions?

    <p>Human emotions are irrelevant to nature's existence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does the speaker believe he might have reason to lament?

    <p>Due to a belief that man has corrupted himself.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the phrase 'If this belief from heaven be sent' suggest about the speaker's views?

    <p>The speaker is uncertain about the origin of this belief.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'holy plan' imply about nature's design?

    <p>Nature's design is benevolent and intentional.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What revelation does the ghost make to Hamlet about his death?

    <p>He was poisoned by Claudius.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What internal conflict does Hamlet struggle with in his soliloquy?

    <p>Whether to continue living or end his life.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In his soliloquy, how does Hamlet view death?

    <p>As a release from suffering.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Hamlet compare death to in his soliloquy?

    <p>A deep sleep.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes Hamlet to reconsider choosing death as an escape?

    <p>Fear of what dreams may come after death.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the phrase 'the slings and arrows of outrageous fortune' refer to in Hamlet's soliloquy?

    <p>The pains of life.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Hamlet ultimately feel about living after his soliloquy?

    <p>He decides he wants to live and seek revenge.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Hamlet's relationship with his mother as suggested by the content?

    <p>He blames her for his father's death.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What motivates Victor to retreat to nature?

    <p>To think and rest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the monster demand from Victor?

    <p>To create a female companion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Victor respond to the monster's demand?

    <p>He refuses outright</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What reasoning does the monster use to argue with Victor?

    <p>He expresses feelings of loneliness and hatred</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Victor fear will result from creating another being like the monster?

    <p>It might lead to widespread suffering</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What literary influence is noted in the novel?

    <p>Gothic novel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the monster suggest would happen if humanity treated him with kindness?

    <p>He would become benevolent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What key theme is represented by Victor's surroundings during his emotional state?

    <p>Isolation and despair</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    A Reader of English Literature Vwo 5

    • This is a reader for students in Dutch secondary education (VWO 5)
    • The book covers different periods of English literature

    Contents

    • Old English (Anglo-Saxon) Period: c. 500-1066 (page 2)
    • Middle English Period: 1066-1500 (page 5)
    • Renaissance: 1500-1660 (page 9)
    • Age of Reason: 1660-1800 (page 16)
    • Romantic Period: 1800-1837 (page 22)
    • Victorian Age: 1837-1901 (page 27)
    • Glossary of important literary terms: (page 33)

    Old English (Anglo-Saxon) Period History

    • The English nation and language were established in the fifth century AD.
    • Germanic tribes (Angles, Saxons, and Jutes) migrated to England.
    • Britain was a Roman province until 410 AD.
    • The Celts asked the Germanic tribes for help against the Picts.
    • The Germanic tribes settled and pushed the Celts to the far corners of the country.
    • The country was divided into kingdoms.
    • Christianity was introduced to the Germanic tribes.
    • The Vikings began raiding in 793 and converted to Christianity.

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