Question

9 multiple choice 1 point
the word elevated used to describe shakespeares version of the story means:
turned it into a comedy
made it higher in quality
simplified it
hid it from the public
10 multiple choice 1 point
the article uses the phrase \interpreting shakespeare gives us historical perspective.\
what does perspective mean here?
a type of drawing
a new outfit for a special occasion
an understanding of how people lived in a different time
a personal opinion about fashion
11 multiple choice 1 point
what does the article compare shakespearean theater to?
a quiet poetry reading
a chaotic sports arena
a movie theater
a museum
multiple choice 1 point
why does the article mention chamber pots?
to explain the romantic customs of the era
to show that people in the past lived more luxuriously
to describe entertainment in shakespeares plays
to illustrate the lack of modern plumbing

Explanation:

• For question 9: "Elevated" in a literary context often means improving or making something of higher quality. Shakespeare is known for enhancing stories.
• For question 10: "Historical perspective" in the context of interpreting Shakespeare refers to understanding past life, as his works reflect historical times.
• For question 11: Shakespearean theater was lively and communal, similar to a chaotic sports arena in terms of audience engagement.
• For question about chamber pots: Chamber pots were used due to lack of modern plumbing, which is a historical detail.

Answer:

1. Made it higher in quality
2. An understanding of how people lived in a different time
3. A chaotic sports arena

Why mention chamber pots: To illustrate the lack of modern plumbing