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Shakespeare

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When was the "Rebirth" (Renaissance)? 1350-1650
Were the English people subject to social classes? yes, poor were looked down on and rich were top of the food chain
What religion was strict about theater before the Puritans? Roman Catholic Church
What religion did Henry VIII make when he wanted a divorce? Anglican Church
Who took political power and tore down theaters? Puritans
How many people lived in England? 3-4 million, mostly commoners
How many people lived in London? 200,000
What were the living conditions back then? sewage in street, no natural light, no running water, garbage in street
What did many people believe in? magical creatures and powers
Where and when was Shakespeare born? Stratford-on-Avon; April 23, 1564 to John and Mary Shakespeare
Who did Shakespeare marry? Anne Hathaway (but not the current actor, duh)
When did Shakespeare move away to London? 1588; bought 1/10 of the globe
When did the Globe open? 1599
How many plays and sonnets did Shakespeare write? about 37 plays; 154 sonnets
Where did Shakespeare retire to? Stratford, buying New Place
What does Shakespeare's tombstone say? "Blest be the man that spares these stones, / And curst be he that moves my bones."
Created by: vrosborough
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