Shakespeare Wordsearch
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Shakespeare Wordsearch
Ten of Shakespeare’s most famous characters are hiding in the grid. How many can you find?
Shakespeare Wordsearch
Introduction
This free Shakespeare wordsearch puts ten of the Bard's most famous characters to the test. Hidden in the 12x12 grid are MACBETH, PROSPERO, OTHELLO, LEAR, SHYLOCK, HAMLET, CALIBAN, TITANIA, OBERON and PORTIA. Your job is to find them all.
Words can run in any direction including diagonally, so search every corner of the grid carefully. Drag or swipe across the letters to make your selection, and each character highlights the moment you find it. The Reveal Solution toggle is there if you need a hand.
The puzzle works on any device with no download and no account needed. It makes a wonderful activity for Shakespeare fans, literature lovers and anyone with a fondness for the classics.
FAQ
How do I play the Shakespeare wordsearch?
Tap or click on the first letter of a word and drag to the last letter. If the word is on the list, it highlights and is crossed off automatically. Words can run in any direction, including diagonally and backwards, so take your time searching the whole grid.
What are the 10 Shakespeare characters to find?
The words are MACBETH, PROSPERO, OTHELLO, LEAR, SHYLOCK, HAMLET, CALIBAN, TITANIA, OBERON and PORTIA, drawn from tragedies, comedies and romances across Shakespeare's greatest works.
Who are Oberon and Titania?
Oberon and Titania are the king and queen of the fairies in A Midsummer Night's Dream. Their quarrel over a changeling child sets the plot in motion, leading to a series of magical mishaps in an enchanted forest. Oberon uses the juice of a magical flower to make Titania fall in love with Bottom, a weaver who has been given the head of a donkey.
Who is Caliban in Shakespeare?
Caliban is a character in The Tempest, a native of the island where Prospero has been marooned. He is portrayed as a complex figure: enslaved by Prospero but possessing a genuine connection to the island. His name is widely believed to be an anagram of Cannibal, though his humanity in the play is open to interpretation.
Can I use the Reveal Solution option?
Yes. Toggle the Reveal Solution switch above the grid at any time to see where all the remaining characters are hiding. There is no penalty for using it.
Does the wordsearch work on mobile?
Yes. The puzzle is built for touchscreens as well as mouse and keyboard. Swipe across the letters to select a word, just as you would drag with a mouse on desktop.
Is this wordsearch free?
Completely free, with no login, no download and no time limit.
Are there other free puzzles on Quiz-Zing?
Yes. The puzzles section includes free wordsearches for Greek Mythology, Musical Instruments, Cocktails, Coffee, Chocolate and more, all playable online without an app.