Understanding the context of Shakespeare's 'Macbeth'
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I understand who William Shakespeare was and know some of the key features of his literary style.
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William Shakespeare was a renowned English playwright, poet and actor.
Shakespeare lived from 1564 to 1616.
Shakespeare's plays were written at a time when the theatre was an important form of entertainment.
Shakespeare wrote at least 39 plays that can broadly be grouped into tragedies, comedies and historical plays.
Shakespeare's plays centre around complex themes and intricate plot structures.
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