3.4.1 - Introduction to Elizabethan Drama & Shakespeare: Setting the Stage
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Practice Questions
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What was a common social attitude towards Jews during Elizabethan England?
💡 Hint: Think about roles and perceptions in society.
Name one feature of the Globe Theatre.
💡 Hint: Consider how the stage layout impacts performance.
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What economic practice was Jewish moneylending known for?
💡 Hint: Think about the moral implications involved.
True or False: The Globe Theatre had a roof covering the audience.
💡 Hint: Consider how weather played a role in performances.
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Evaluate the significance of the economic tensions in 'The Merchant of Venice' and how they relate to Shylock’s character.
💡 Hint: Focus on scenes that depict financial exchanges and Shylock's responses.
Critically analyze how the conventions of Elizabethan theatre affect the portrayal of key characters within Shakespeare's plays.
💡 Hint: Consider how character dynamics are altered due to the all-male cast.
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