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The Literature of Shakespearean Tragedy - Quiz
  • 1. What is the primary theme of Shakespearean tragedy?
A) The struggle between fate and free will
B) The pursuit of wealth
C) The celebration of love
D) The importance of friendship
  • 2. Which play is considered Shakespeare's shortest tragedy?
A) Romeo and Juliet
B) Macbeth
C) Hamlet
D) Othello
  • 3. What is the setting of 'Romeo and Juliet'?
A) Verona
B) London
C) Rome
D) Paris
  • 4. What tragic event occurs in 'Julius Caesar'?
A) The assassination of Caesar
B) The betrayal of Antony
C) The fall of Rome
D) The death of Brutus
  • 5. What role do female characters often play in Shakespearean tragedy?
A) Catalysts for the male leads' actions
B) Submissive figures without influence
C) The primary leaders of the plot
D) Comedic relief
  • 6. Which theme is explored in 'Macbeth'?
A) Love and redemption
B) War and peace
C) Friendship and loyalty
D) Ambition and power
  • 7. What signifies Lady Macbeth's guilt?
A) Writing letters
B) Sleepwalking and handwashing
C) Singing and dancing
D) Ignoring Macbeth
  • 8. What political theme is prevalent in 'Julius Caesar'?
A) The conflict between personal loyalty and public duty
B) The importance of family
C) The significance of fate
D) The dangers of love
  • 9. Who manipulates Othello into believing Desdemona is unfaithful?
A) Roderigo
B) Cassio
C) Brutus
D) Iago
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