William Shakespeare William Shakespeare, born in 1564, is one of the greatest writers ever and one (21) an important role in the development of the English language. He was born and (22) in Stratford-Upon-Avon, Warwickshire, and in his early twenties, he moved (23). to work as an actor and writer. He wrote most of his works (24) In 1613, he actually returned to his hometown, where he died three years C25) had up London the years 1589 and 1613. Shakespeare is well-known for his plays, particularly tragedies, (26) and King Lear; however, his comedies and histories, like The Tempest and Richard Il are also well liked. He (27) as Hamlet, Macbeth new words and phrases that we still use today, centuries later. (28) .the phrases 'forever and a day' and 'break the ice' are Shakespeare's. His plays, sonnets and poems are still popular all (29) schools and universities and have been (30) the world. They are taught in into many different languages.