FAMOUS PLAYWRIGHT POET AND OTHERS
DRFAUSTUS BY CHRISTOPHER MARLOWE
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14 th
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15 th
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16 th
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14 th and 16 th
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Detailed explanation-1: -The Renaissance began in Italy during the 14th century and reached its height in the 15th. In the 16th and 17th centuries it spread to the rest of Europe. The word renaissance means “rebirth.” It refers to the rediscovery by scholars (called humanists) of the classical writings-those of the ancient Greeks and Romans.
Detailed explanation-2: -Play Summary Faustus becomes dissatisfied with his studies of medicine, law, logic and theology; therefore, he decides to turn to the dangerous practice of necromancy, or magic.
Detailed explanation-3: -Samuel Johnson was the first to coin the term metaphysical poetry. Generally speaking, the first writer of metaphysical poetry is thought to have been English poet John Donne (1572-1631).
Detailed explanation-4: -8. Which of the following qualities would most accurately describe Faustus’ character at the beginning of the play? It is Faustus’ arrogance which is his downfall-a classic example of dramatic hubris.