(21/100) Shakespearean Tragedies

A2
Literature
140 words

Shakespearean tragedies are famous plays written by William Shakespeare. They tell stories of strong emotions like love, jealousy, and revenge. Some of the most famous tragedies are 'Hamlet', 'Macbeth', and 'Othello'. In these plays, the main characters face many problems. Often, they make bad choices that lead to sad endings. For example, in 'Macbeth', a brave man becomes a terrible king because he wants power. In 'Romeo and Juliet', two young lovers cannot be together because of their families. These plays are still popular today. Many people watch them in theaters or read them in school. Shakespeare's tragedies teach us about human nature and the struggles we face. They remind us to think about our choices and the consequences of our actions. Even though they were written over 400 years ago, these stories are still important and touch our hearts.

Comprehension Questions
Answer all questions based on the reading text
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Who wrote the tragedies?

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What is a common theme in Shakespearean tragedies?

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Which play is about two young lovers?

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What can happen when characters make bad choices?

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What do Shakespeare's tragedies teach us?

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How long ago were these plays written?

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Where can people see Shakespeare's plays?

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What does 'Macbeth' teach us?