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    I have always been interested in Shakespeare; however, not until now, did I start to wonder if all this famous literature I have been reading, had not been attributed to the person I’ve always thought it was? This project will help me identify important facts and theories to who the true author is of what we call “Shakespearean Works.” Starting off, I’ve always believed that William Shakespeare authored his works but I did not actually read any of his works before so this may change by the end…

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    schools. William Shakespeare wrote timeless pieces that have done just that. It is said that, “...he has come to be seen as not only a great English playwright, but the greatest playwright in the English language,” (The Life of William Shakespeare (1564-1616). Although a subjective statement, the facts can not be ignored. William Shakespeare is taught to kids of all ages. His plays are still performed. The Globe Theater he helped create still stands. The words of William Shakespeare have had a…

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    William Shakespeare was one of the greatest writers in the English history. He was born on 23 April 1564 in Stratford. He had seven other siblings, and his parents were John and Mary Shakespeare. William was the 3rd child of John and Mary Shakespeare. Scholars have said that William probably attended the king's new school in Stratford. William Shakespeare married Anne Hathaway on November 28th, 1584. They had three children, Susanna, and twins Hamnet and Judith, but Hamnet died at age 11 from…

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    Most people recognize William Shakespeare solely as the English poet and playwright, but he actually plays a significant role in people’s everyday lives. Shakespeare is arguably one of the most notable writers from history, particularly with his use of language. His use of language has changed the way things are said and done still to this day. Shakespeare’s influence on language is significantly shown through his impact on the development of early modern England, the national curriculum used in…

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    Keep shakespeare Do you think shakespeare should be taught in class? William shakespeare was a english poet and a actor. Shakespeare was born and brought up in Stratford- Upon- Avon, Warwickshire, England. He was baptised on April 26, 1564 and died on April 23, 1616 he was 52 when he died. Shakespeare should be taught in the ninth grade curriculum because he is relatable/ relevant, he has global influence, and he is the greatest writer of all time. First, shakespeare is relatable/ relevant…

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    William Shakespeare William Shakespeare is one of the most influential figures in the English language and all forms of art. His craft can still be seen throughout all forms of television, movies, books, video games, and plays - of course. Shakespeare was able to almost handcraft an entire language and world through his plays. A very large percentage of our modern language derives from words and phrases that Shakespeare himself created. William Shakespeare was born in Stratford-upon-Avon,…

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    Curriculum William Shakespeare is perhaps one of the most iconic English language writers to ever live. With his use of highly profound and intellectual wording, his work is widely looked up upon. Shakespeare has influenced the English language by extending it’s standards to what it previously was. His work as a whole has also helped those to go beyond the call of duty. Through this, Shakespeare’s work should be continued through 9th grade curriculum. First and foremost, William Shakespeare is…

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    influential individual was William Shakespeare, a man who greatly influenced the English language we are so familiar with today. Shakespeare was a creative and groundbreaking writer who produced brilliant work during the Elizabethan and Jacobean ages. He influenced and enriched the English language through introduction of new vocabulary terms , a plethora of phrases that he coined, and his involvement with standardizing the English language. William Shakespeare was extremely innovative for the…

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    William Shakespeare was an English poet, playwright, and actor, widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language and the world's pre-eminent dramatist. He is often called England's national poet. The works of William Shakespeare have been performed in countless countries and cities. “Though no birth records exist, church records indicate that a William Shakespeare was baptized at Holy Trinity Church in Stratford-upon-Avon on April 26, 1564” (William Shakespeare). William was the…

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    Shakespeare or not William Shakespeare was undoubtedly described as a genius playwright, however many question if he was the actual author or if there are other possibilities. It’s a known possibility that the name “Shakespeare” might have been a penname or a group of writers that got grouped under one name. There are scholars and credible people who believe there is strong evidence that Edward de Vere, Seventeenth Earl of Oxford, was the author of these plays and poems. Despite two hundred…

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