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1. Why is part of William Shakespeare's life a mystery today?
Because there are no records of him between 1585 and 1592, which historians call his "lost years."
2. Why do people believe he was born on April 23, 1564?
It is speculated that he was born two days before his baptism on April 26, because tradition says babies were baptized three days after birth. Also, April 23 is St. George’s Day.
3. What did Shakespeare study at school?
He studied grammar school subjects focused on teaching Latin classics, including memorization, writing, and acting classic Latin plays.
4. How did Hamnet's death affect Shakespeare's writing?
Some experts think this loss contributed to the writing of *Hamlet*, Shakespeare's most famous tragedy.
5. Who were the Lord Chamberlain Men and how was Shakespeare related to them?
They were one of the principal troupes (acting groups) at the time. Shakespeare became a managing partner in the company by 1590 and wrote many of his popular plays for them.
6. What did the aristocracy think of the theatre culture?
The aristocracy viewed it as lowly; they looked down on the actors and thought theatre was not appreciated or looked well upon by people of high rank.
7. How often did Shakespeare visit his family?
He only visited his home once a year during Lenten period when the theatres were closed.
8. Why do Shakespeare's sonnets remain popular until today?
They are considered some of his most admirable achievements because they offer penetrating insights into human nature.
9. What do Shakespeare's tragedies deal with?
They deal with universal themes such as love, betrayal, and ambition.
10. Why is Shakespeare the most studied writer in English?
His plays have been translated into every major language, and he was unsurpassed in his ability to express himself in tragedies, comedies, and histories.
11. What had Shakespeare achieved by 1599?
By 1599, he and his business partners had constructed their own theater, the Globe Theater.
12. What is believed to have been the cause of Shakespeare's death?
An outbreak of typhus which may have been carried by rats.
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