What Shakespeare historical play was being performed at the Globe Theatre in 1613 when a fire broke out from a misguided theatrical cannon shot?
- The Tempest
- Richard II
- Henry IV Part II
- Henry VIII
Answer
The correct answer is D) Henry VIII.
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