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Shakespeare's works have been translated into over 100 languages.
Shakespeare's works have been translated into over 100 languages.
False
Shakespeare's use of language is neither poetic nor powerful.
Shakespeare's use of language is neither poetic nor powerful.
False
Shakespeare's plays mainly focus on irrelevant themes that are no longer relevant today.
Shakespeare's plays mainly focus on irrelevant themes that are no longer relevant today.
False
Shakespeare's characters are one-dimensional and unrelatable.
Shakespeare's characters are one-dimensional and unrelatable.
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Shakespeare's plays do not offer any insights into human nature.
Shakespeare's plays do not offer any insights into human nature.
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Shakespeare's plays only resonate with modern audiences due to their literary merit.
Shakespeare's plays only resonate with modern audiences due to their literary merit.
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The corrupting influence of power is explored in Macbeth, while the destructive nature of jealousy is delved into in Othello.
The corrupting influence of power is explored in Macbeth, while the destructive nature of jealousy is delved into in Othello.
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Shakespeare's works have not had any impact on popular culture.
Shakespeare's works have not had any impact on popular culture.
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Baz Luhrmann's Romeo + Juliet is an example of a modern-day adaptation of Shakespeare's works.
Baz Luhrmann's Romeo + Juliet is an example of a modern-day adaptation of Shakespeare's works.
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Shakespeare's plays do not continue to captivate audiences with their timeless themes and beautiful language.
Shakespeare's plays do not continue to captivate audiences with their timeless themes and beautiful language.
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