What role did William Shakespeare's father play in the local community? (Select all that apply)(1 point)

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He was the town bailiff.
He was the town bailiff.

He was a schoolteacher.
He was a schoolteacher.

He was a glove maker.
He was a glove maker.

He was a renowned actor.
He was a renowned actor.
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Answer 1

William Shakespeare's father, John Shakespeare, played several roles in the local community. The correct responses are:

• He was the town bailiff.
• He was a glove maker.

John Shakespeare was known to have been a successful glove maker and held the position of bailiff in Stratford-upon-Avon, which was equivalent to a mayor or chief magistrate. There is no evidence to suggest that he was a schoolteacher or a renowned actor.