2. Early EnglishEarly English  Old English developed in Britain  Old English has dramatic changes  By 1450, Middle English was replaced.

3. Early Modern LanguageEarly Modern Language - What is it?

4. About ShakespeareAbout Shakespeare  English poet, actor, writer  Greatest English writer in history  Died at age 52  Most famous piece “Romeo and Juliet”  Huge effect

5. Shakespeare’s LanguageShakespeare’s Language  Introduced over 3,000 words  Shown in all his works  He is an inspiration

6. His NicknameHis Nickname  A“man of words.”

7. Things We SayThings We Say  “Knock, Knock. Who’s there?  Heart of Gold  Stand on end  Fair play/ Foul Play  Vanish into thin air

8. Common PhrasesCommon Phrases  In a pickle  I will wear my heart upon my sleeve  As cold as any stone  Good riddance  Love is blind

9. Translation  Modern Language > Shakespearean Language  Dost, Ere, Fie, Hither, Hath

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