Shakespeare died on April 23, 1616. What other famous author died on the same day?
- Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra
- Dante Alighieri
- Ben Jonson
- Christopher Marlowe
Answer
The correct answer is A) Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra.
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