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English to go – April 2024
by Charlie Weber
“To be or not to be …”
This famous quote was written by William Shakespeare almost 500 years ago. Even today, you can still hear Shakespeare’s character Hamlet, the Prince of Denmark, say it on stages around the world. Many people think that Shakespeare is the most important and famous playwright and poet in history.
Who was William Shakespeare?
Who was William Shakespeare?
Not much is known about Shakespeare’s life, but old documents can provide us with some information. He was baptised on April 26, 1564, in Stratford-upon-Avon, and died there on 23rd April, 1616. At the age of 18, he got married to Anne Hathaway, and they had three children: Susanna, Hamnet, and Judith. A few years later, Shakespeare went to London, joined a theatre group and started a successful career as an actor and playwright. During this time, he wrote all his plays and poetry. At the age of 49, he returned to Stratford, where he lived until he died on his birthday three years later.
Now, listen to the next part. Then answer the question and go on reading.
Shakespeare's work
Question: How many comedies did Shakespeare write?
Answer:
Now listen again to the information about Shakespeare and his famous plays. Afterwards, you will hear information about some famous characters.
When you have finished listening, click the worksheet and do the exercises.
Famous Shakespeare characters
Time for a joke:
Why did Shakespeare stop in front of the toilet?
Because he could not decide whether to pee or not to pee!
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