Shakespeare and Goethe revision quiz

Shakespeare was born in Stratford-upon-Avon

At the beginning of Faust a director, an actor and comedian discuss how to make a perfect play.

Weimar Classicism aimed to merge Enlightenment ideals with Classical Greek and Roman art.

Faust sells his soul in exchange for unlimited knowledge and pleasure.

How does Faust Part I primarily differ from Faust Part II?

What is the name of the demon who makes a pact with Faust?

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe was a major figure in German Weimar Classicism.

What is the rhyme scheme of Shakespearean sonnets?

What was one of the key goals of Weimar Classicism in literature and art?

What year was William Shakespeare born?

What does Mephistopheles represent in the play?

Which of the following is a key theme in The Merchant of Venice?

First Folio divides plays into Comedies, Tragedies and Histories.

Which two writers are most closely associated with Weimar Classicism?

The First Folio of Shakespeare’s plays was published during his lifetime.