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In what country is William Shakespeare's birthplace?

  1. Scotland

  2. Wales

  3. England

  4. Ireland

The correct answer is: England

William Shakespeare's birthplace is in England. Although Scotland, Wales, and Ireland are all countries within the United Kingdom, Shakespeare was born in the town of Stratford-upon-Avon in England. Scotland and Wales also have their own notable literary figures, but Shakespeare is most closely associated with England. Ireland has its own rich literary history, but Shakespeare was not born there. Therefore, the correct answer is C, England.