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Preface to Shakespeare

by Samuel Johnson

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Preface to Shakespeare - Analysis Quiz

  1. What does Johnson praise about Shakespeare's depiction of human emotions?

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  2. Which unity suggests that a play should follow one plot without subplots?

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  3. What does Johnson believe literary criticism must represent?

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  4. Which principle of the three unities states that a play should take place within a 24-hour period?

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  5. What does Johnson say about Shakespeare's departure from classical dramatic conventions?

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  6. According to Samuel Johnson, what type of writing comes more naturally to Shakespeare?

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  7. Does Dr. Johnson believe Shakespeare's work should be judged by ancient standards?

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  8. What does Johnson criticize about Shakespeare's use of language?

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  9. What does Samuel Johnson believe Shakespeare's comedies reflect more accurately than his tragedies?

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  10. Which principle of the three unities states that a play should take place in one location?

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