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Born April 23, 1564, in Stratford-upon-Avon, England, William Shakespeare is one of the most famous playwrights in history. He is known for his dramas, comedies and sonnets, and he is said to have written 37 plays, including “Romeo and Juliet,” “Hamlet,” “Macbeth” and “A Midsummer’s Night’s Dream.” Almost 400 years after his death, Shakespeare’s plays are still influencing the way we speak and the way we tell stories. The famous bard has influenced the English language perhaps more than any one person in history. In fact, you might be surprised how much Shakespeare has influenced the words you use every day. Some words Shakespeare invented (Want to learn more? Visit shakespeareonline.com/biography/wordsinvented.html): Gloomy Generous Gnarled Laughable
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Lonely Moonbeam To elbow
Here are some words that Shakespeare used in his works. Can you guess what they mean? How would you use them in a sentence? Write your answers on a separate sheet of paper. Spectacled Zany
Bedazzle Cruelhearted Dexterously
Dexterously Having skilled hands Spectacled Wearing glasses Zany A wild or eccentric person
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Buzzer Dawn Eyeball Gossip
Bandit Blushing Bump Bedroom
Lonely Moonbeam To elbow
Here are some words that Shakespeare used in his works. Can you guess what they mean? How would you use them in a sentence? Write your answers on a separate sheet of paper. Spectacled Zany
Bedazzle Cruelhearted Dexterously
Dexterously Having skilled hands Spectacled Wearing glasses Zany A wild or eccentric person
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DEFINITIONS Bedazzle To dazzle or impress Cruelhearted Lacking kindness or compassion
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— By Anne Raih, GateHouse News Service
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