How old was Shakespeare when he died?
• Shakespeare died, April 23, 1616. Shakespeare died on his birthday. He died when when he was about 90, 95 years old. About Marriage Click on this link and answer the next questions (8-10). • Romeo & Juliet marry secretly, but because she is trying to escape the arranged marriage to Paris. Read this site about marriage in the Renaissance and answer these questions. a. Name three marriage and betrothal customs found on this page. • A) “The two people join hands, he gives her a ring to be worn on the right hand, they seal the contract with a kiss. ” • Click on the link for “more wedding customs.” • What color should the bride’s dress be? The dress should be white. • How is the intention to marry announced? There isn’t really away to tell that someone is having a wedding they send messages to friends and family then word soon gets out. What happens if it is not announced previous to the event? This is considered clandestine, and illegal. • Describe the wedding procession. Generally noisy
“William Shakespeare was a truly exceptional man. Although we know little about his life, his works are still famous nearly 400 years after his death. His plays are still performed all over the world and adults and children alike marvel at the power of his writing. Lets take this opportunity to thank God for his talent.” “Dear God, We thank you for the power of the written word and for authors who make our thoughts come to life. Help us to choose our words carefully and use them wisely to express our feelings. Amen.
