Question

question 5 of 10
what is a major difference between modern audiences and audiences during shakespeares time?
a. audiences during shakespeares time were much more likely to believe that supernatural elements were real.
b. modern audiences are more interested in comedy, while audiences during shakespeares time preferred drama.
c. audiences during shakespeares time were poorer and therefore rooted more for lower - class characters.
d. modern audiences dont care as much about historical accuracy as audiences during shakespeares time did.

Explanation:

During Shakespeare's era, belief in the supernatural was widespread. People accepted magic, ghosts, etc., as real. Modern audiences view such elements as fictional. Option B is wrong as both eras had comedy and drama lovers. Option C is incorrect as audience rooting wasn't mainly about class - wealth. Option D is false as historical accuracy wasn't a major focus then.

Answer:

A. Audiences during Shakespeare’s time were much more likely to believe that supernatural elements were real.