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Shakespeare's words, phrases, characters and stories are so often referred to that a person who is not familiar with them will miss the constant allusions to them in everyday speech and in a lot of entertainment, including TV shows, movies and songs. Besides, Shakespeare's plays are the best drama ever written, so they are hugely entertaining (if done right) and also deal with a number of issues which are of great importance to people today just as they were to people in Shakespeare's day.
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∙ 13y agoShakespeare's words, phrases, characters and stories are so often referred to that a person who is not familiar with them will miss the constant allusions to them in everyday speech and in a lot of entertainment, including TV shows, movies and songs. Besides, Shakespeare's plays are the best drama ever written, so they are hugely entertaining (if done right) and also deal with a number of issues which are of great importance to people today just as they were to people in Shakespeare's day.
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Who was England's most famous playwright?
George Bernard Shaw is considered to be England's most famous playwright, second only to William Shakespeare. This is because Willliam Shakespeare's creations were more poetry than drama and because William Shakespeare's works all can be perfectly sung which qualifies them to be considered as Poetry. It may also be noted here that Shakespeare also loathed the tedious labour of staging a drama and always wished to be considered as a poet. Thus, to do this great literary figure justice, William Shakespeare goes to the Hall of Fame of Poets and George Bernard Shaw stands as the most famous Playwright England produced.
What is a simile for as quiet as?
A simile is a comparison - what do you know that is quiet? As quiet as new-fallen snow? As quiet as a mouse? You pick a good one!
What does wench mean?
wench n.1. A young woman or girl, especially a peasant girl.2. A woman servant.3. A wanton woman.intr.v. wenched, wench·ing, wench·esTo consort or engage in sex with wanton women. Used of a man.
What is the opposite of still?
The opposite of being still could be moving, or restless, wiggly, jumpy.The opposite of still occurring (at this time) would be "no longer" occurring.
What will happen if there is no literature?
There would be less colourful phraseology. Maybe celebrity culture wouldn't have happened-after all the lot of actors was improved as Shakespeare was rediscovered in the 19th century. Presumably English student's studies would be a lot more enjoyable... The Science of Discworld: The Globe explores what might have happened.
How did people know Shakespeare's plays?
Before the plays were regularly taught in schools (and only very few of them are taught in schools), people knew Shakespeare's plays from watching them be performed. It's still the best way to get to know them.
Is Hera Greek goddess still talked about?
Yes, in schools when the Greek gods are taught and studied.
Why Are We Still Teaching 'To Kill a Mockingbird' in Schools?
For the same reason we are still teaching Shakespeare. To Kill a Mocking Bird is a classic piece of literature
Are Euclid's Elements still used today?
Yes. The geometry taught in today's public schools is based on Euclidian geometry.
Do schools still teach people how to do research or is it a lost art still known only to a few of us?
Schools do still teach the students how to research...But it is done a lot different. Students are now taught how to research on the internet, versus looking things up in a book.
Why are Shakespeare's works still remembered despite being so old?
his work is very popular
What is William Shakespeare Honors and Achievements?
William Shakespeare wrote many plays that are still read and performed today in schools across the world. Plays include Hamlet, Romeo and Juliet and were a mix of comedies, tragedies, and histories.
Is civics still being taught in your schools?
It is only important if you want to vote and help your region have better rulers, follow rules, and if you want to know what it means to be a good citizen of your region. Is it important to get a job as an actor: NO Is it important to get a job as a president: ABSOLUTELY
How is Shakespeare still affecting us?
his works are used in schools his plays are being performed all over the world movies have been made of his plays his works are read by many people his is quoted many times in movies, tv shows, books people are fascinated by him
How many Shakespeare's books are still popular?
Shakespeare generally wrote plays, not books. It really depends on where in the world you want to know. All of his plays are pretty popular, it just depends where to know how popular. Many schools go over his plays.
What are the five most common Shakespeare's plays?
Why are children today still being taught that the female gender is inferior?
Many people still think of women as inferior and teach that misinformation to their daughters (and sons).
