ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

FAMOUS PLAYWRIGHT POET AND OTHERS

WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Shakespeare’s work today ____ is mainly only used for educational purposes.
A
has declined in popularity since he was alive.
B
is mainly only used for educational purposes.
C
continues to influence entertainment and language.
D
has been altered beyond recognition.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -His themes are timeless Shakespeare’s works have strong themes that run through each piece. And again, these themes are still relevant today – love, death, ambition, power, fate, free will, just to name a few. So Shakespeare’s works are timeless and universal. That also makes them relatable.

Detailed explanation-2: -Shakespeare’s influence on the English language His works contributed significantly to the standardization of grammar, spelling, and vocabulary. Shakespeare introduced 1, 700 original words into the language, many of which we still use (despite significant changes to the language since Shakespeare’s time).

Detailed explanation-3: -Shakespeare’s influence has expanded from traditional literature and theatre to present-day movies, western philosophy and the English language. He is known as one of the best English-language writers and has introduced innovative ideas to novels, plays, dramas and even changed how the world of poetry.

Detailed explanation-4: -Shakespeare remains vital because his plays present people and situations that we recognize today. His characters have an emotional reality that transcends time, and his plays depict familiar experiences, ranging from family squabbles to falling in love to war.

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