Shakespeare died on ?
Correct answer: A. 23rd April 1616
- A. 23rd April 1616
- B. 25th April 1616,
- C. 28th April 1616
- D. 30th April 1616
Explanation
The traditional date given for Shakespeare’s death is 23 April 1616. Calendar conventions can create a later Gregorian equivalent, but standard English-literature questions use the recorded Old Style date.
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