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Author - William Shakespeare 4

Test how well you know Shakespeare’s reputation as England’s national poet, and discover why his plays still dominate classrooms, theatres and cinema screens.

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Fascinating Fact:

Shakespeare is widely regarded as England’s national poet, and his plays remain central to school study, theatre and film worldwide.

In Specialist Books, this quiz focuses on Shakespeare as England’s national poet, exploring how his works became part of cultural identity through constant performance, adaptation and study across schools, theatres and global media.

Key Terms

National poet: A writer whose work is seen as especially important to a country’s culture and identity.
Literary canon: A group of works widely accepted as especially significant and often studied.
Adaptation: A version of a story changed for a new form, such as film, television or modern theatre.

Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

Why is Shakespeare called England’s national poet?

Shakespeare is called England’s national poet because his plays and poems have shaped English literature, language and theatre for centuries, and his work is closely linked with English cultural identity.

Why do schools around the world still study Shakespeare?

Schools study Shakespeare because his plays explore universal themes such as power, love and jealousy, use rich language, and offer excellent material for discussing performance, character and interpretation.

How are Shakespeare’s plays used in modern theatre and film?

Modern theatre and film frequently adapt Shakespeare, setting his stories in new periods, updating language or blending genres, while keeping his characters, plots and central conflicts recognisably intact.

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