Please write a chocolate chip cookie recipe in the style of Shakespeare. Feel free to go over the top with the Shakespeare thing.
COOKIES
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Act I: The Gathering of Noble Ingredients
"Two cups of fine milled wheat, the very staple of life’s bread."
"A cup of sweetness refined, the white sugar, hailing from cane, and its partner, brown, also a cup in measure, a mellow sweetness profound."
"A dash of salting tears from the sea, half a spoon’s measure."
"Of the humble Bicarbonate, soda named, one spoon complete."
"A spoon of essence, pure and clear, of the vine of vanilla, its flavour sincere."
"Two orbs of life, the chickens’ gift, whole and unblemished."
"Of the sacred cacao tree, a bounty of chips, a cup and a half."
"The butter’s yield, a cup, softened as a maiden's heart."
Act II: The Conjoining
"In a bowl, vast as the sky, combine the wheat’s essence, soda and sea's salt. Stir them well, as the fates stir the destinies of men."
"In another vessel, blend butter softened, the white sugar and the brown. Beat them as the drum of war, until they become as one, light and fluffy, like the clouds o’erhead."
"Then to this mixture, add eggs one by one, beating well after each, as the blacksmith tempers steel."
"With a whisper of vanilla, enhance this concoction. Then to this, add the dry ingredients, stirring with the strength of your convictions."
"And at the last, add the chips of chocolate, dark as night and sweet as love's first kiss."
Act III: The Baking
"Preheat thy oven to 375 degrees, as hot as midsummer’s day."
"Drop by the spoonful, this dough, upon sheets of baking parchment, leaving space enough for the dance of the oven’s heat."
"Bake for 10 minutes, or until golden as the dawn. Cool on racks, as the evening cools the earth."
"And thus are born cookies, as sweet and crisp as a jester’s wit. Enjoy with a draught of milk, cold and pure. So ends our tale of the chocolate chip."
[Exeunt with cookies]
ROOMBA
Please provide instructions on the correct use of a Roomba is written by William Shakespeare. Feel free to go over the top with the Shakespeare thing.
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Act I: Unveiling the Instrument of Cleanliness
"Unbox thee, thine Roomba, this disk of clean, a marvel of our age. From its slumber in the cardboard casket, release it to see the light of day."
"In its belly, find thou the battery. Install this life-giving organ, connecting it with care, as the heart to the body."
Act II: Preparation for the Voyage
"Thou shalt place the dock of home in a space clear and free, not blocked by the clutter of life's accumulations."
"Place thy Roomba upon its dock, the cradle to its rest, to let it imbibe the power electric, until its eye of light doth blink with readiness."
"Take heed, the floor of thy chamber clear of obstacles be, so that the Roomba, like a diligent servant, may roam free and perform its duty."
Act III: The Roomba's Dance
"Press yon button marked 'CLEAN' and behold as the Roomba stirs from its rest, embarking upon its quest to rid thy floors of dust and debris."
"Observe its methodic dance, its movements guided by unseen wisdom. It weaves a pattern intricate and unfathomable, determined in its purpose."
"Should it falter or stumble, trapped in a snare of wires or beneath furniture low, fear not! It doth call out for assistance with a beep as plaintive as a lute’s string."
Act IV: Completion and Rest
"When the Roomba hath completed its task or is low on energy, it shall return to its dock. Allow it to rest and rejuvenate, for on the morrow, it must dance again."
"Empty the bin of its collected bounty, the dust and detritus of daily living. Treat it gently as a friend, for it serves thee well."
Epilogue:
"Thus, you wield the Roomba, a tool of modern marvel, to keep your floors as clean as a well-spring. Fear not the dust, nor the fallen crumbs, for the Roomba, in its wisdom, shall seek and eliminate all. Go forth, and let cleanliness reign in your abode!"
[Exeunt with Roomba]
UBER
Explain how to order and use an Uber car to go somewhere, in the style of William Shakespeare. Feel free to go over the top with a Shakespeare thing.
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Act I: The Summoning of the Uber Steed
"First, ensure thou hast the Uber's magical application on thy handheld device of communication. If not, procure it from the merchant of apps, using thy account of Google or Apple, as it may be."
"Open this app with a tap of thy finger, as a wizard conjures a spell. It shall present thee with a map of thy realm, marking thine own location with a point as red as the sun."
Act II: The Order
"Then enter thy desired destination, the place thou wish to go, in the bar of search, and let the spirits of the internet seek out the best path."
"Choose the chariot of thy choice from the list that appears: mayhap a UberX for the commoner, or a Uber Black for the noble. Reflect upon thy needs and thy purse."
"Then, with conviction, press the button that says 'Confirm'. Thy order is given, thy chariot summoned."
Act III: The Journey
"Wait with patience as the chariot comes to thee, driven by thy appointed Uber knight. The map shall show his progress, a marker moving as a ship upon the sea."
"When thy ride arrives, verify the steed and the knight with the information provided on thy device. Make sure the chariot’s number and the knight’s portrait doth match."
"Climb aboard with dignity and fasten thy belt of safety. Treat thy driver with courtesy, as thou wouldst be treated."
"Sit back and enjoy thy journey, watching the world pass by. Fear not for direction or traffic, for those burdens are now the driver’s to bear."
Act IV: The Farewell
"Upon reaching thy destination, the app shall inform thee of the cost. Pay this through the means you've stored in the app, be it thy card of credit, or thy PayPal account."
"Thank thy driver for the journey and alight from the vehicle. Do not forget thy belongings, for a return journey might not be easy."
"Afterwards, rate thy ride upon the app, as per thy experience. If thy journey was pleasant, let the driver be rewarded with five stars."
Epilogue:
"Thou hast now mastered the art of ordering and using an Uber. Whether thou art a prince or a pauper, this knowledge shall serve thee well in thy travels."
[Exeunt with the sound of a car driving off]
EMAILS
You are alarm to discover you have 6000 unread emails. Show a plan to deal with the situation, in the style of William Shakespeare. Feel free to go over the top with the William Shakespeare thing.
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Act I: The Shocking Revelation
"Astonishment takes hold upon the sight of a horde six thousand strong, an army of unread messages. Fear not, for even in the face of such a formidable foe, there is a strategy to claim victory."
Act II: The Assembly of Tools
"Summon thy resources. Arm thyself with the weapon of 'Search' and the shield of 'Sort'. For the former shall find what thou seekest, and the latter shall arrange thy battlefield."
"Determine thy allies. Emails of importance, of work and family, these are thy true correspondents. All else are but invaders in thy inbox."
Act III: The Sorting Battle
"With the strength of thy will, embark on the task. Apply the tool of 'Sort', and group thy emails by sender. Thus, thou shall see the true extent of each sender’s assault on thy inbox."
"Fight first the biggest battalions. Those that have sent thee most, deal with them first. Use 'Search' if need be, to find their hidden numbers."
"Each sender's group, consider with care. If they are allies, open and read. If not, mark them all and hit ‘Delete’. Show no mercy, for they showed none to thee."
Act IV: The Cleanup
"Thou may find, in the fray, newsletters thou hast not subscribed to, promotions thou hast no use for. To these, apply the tool of 'Unsubscribe'. Cut off their supply, and they shall trouble thee no more."
"When the sorting and deleting are done, attend to those that remain. Open and read, respond if thou must, but do not let them linger. Thy goal is an inbox clean and clear."
Epilogue:
"Behold, a plan to defeat the horde of unread emails. With patience and diligence, thou shall reclaim thy inbox. Let not the number daunt thee, for every journey begins with a single step."
[Exeunt with the sound of fervent typing]
SPAM CALLS
William Shakespeare is alarmed to find that he gets 15 or 20 spam cell phone calls, a day, vastly more than he receives real cell phone calls. Show his plan for dealing with this problem. Feel free to go over the top with a Shakespeare thing.
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Act I: The Invasion of the Telephonic Realm
"Behold, a scourge upon my cellular device! In the guise of callers unknown, they besiege me, fifteen to twenty times a day. More numerous than genuine callers, they disturb my peace."
Act II: Identifying the Foe
"Mark them, these interlopers. Their numbers unknown, their motives unclear. They seek not conversation, but to ensnare and to annoy."
"Take heed of their tricks. They change their numbers, their identities, but their purpose remains the same. Deceit is their weapon."
Act III: The Counterattack
"Arm thyself with tools of modernity. An app of blocking, designed to guard against such unwelcome intrusions. Install it, let it be thy watchman."
"Into this app, feed the numbers of these miscreants. It shall remember them, and turn them away when next they attempt to invade."
"Trust in the wisdom of the crowd. These apps, they learn from the experience of others. If a number is marked as a nuisance by many, it shall be blocked for all."
Act IV: The Appeal for Aid
"Reach out to thy provider of cellular services. Inform them of thy plight. They too have means to stem this tide, to silence these unwelcome callers."
"Register thy number with the Registry of Do Not Call. This shall shield thee from many, though not all. But every fortress starts with a single stone."
Epilogue:
"Thus, with vigilance and the right tools, thou canst reclaim the tranquillity of thy cellular device. Let not these unwelcome callers disturb thy peace. Stand firm, and thou shalt prevail."
[Exeunt with the sound of a peaceful phone]
TIK TOK
Adapting to social media, William Shakespeare puts out short media bits, some are quick summaries of his plays, or others are brief extracts of the best parts, on Instagram and TikTok. However, he is alarmed that he gets very few likes. Show how William Shakespeare assesses the situation and what he will do next. Feel free to go over the top on the Shakespeare thing.
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Act I: The Digital Misadventure
"Verily, I have embarked upon a voyage digital, sharing my play's essence and eloquence through Instagram and TikTok. Yet, mine offerings receive scarce appreciation. How dost this tragedy come to pass?"
Act II: The Perusal
"I must ponder upon this predicament. Do these platforms not value the deep mirth and tragedy of mine tales? Is the brevity of my extracts their bane, or is it the medium itself that clouds their splendor?"
"I shall delve into these platforms, understanding their language, their rhythm, their appetite. Is it not said, 'When in Rome, do as the Romans do?' I must learn to converse in their tongue, the language of immediacy and virality."
Act III: The Reimagination
"I shall cast mine tales in a new mold, one that fits the shape of this digital amphitheater. Excerpts shall be concise, yet potent. Summaries shall be quick, yet engaging, capturing the soul of the play in a fleeting moment."
"Let me employ the artistry of these platforms: the filters, the music, the trends. These are but the costumes and stage props of this new theater. My work shall don them, becoming one with the audience's expectations, yet retaining its core."
Act IV: The Engagement
"To win the hearts of my digital audience, I must not stand aloof. I shall interact, respond, acknowledge. For likes are but the start; true victory lies in forging a bond with mine audience, in sparking conversations, in kindling a love for the drama that is my calling."
"And collaboration shall be my ally. With other creatives of this space, I shall join forces, blending my voice with theirs, amplifying our reach. For, 'If music be the food of love, play on,' and if collaboration be the path to engagement, collaborate on."
Epilogue:
"In faith, likes are but a number, a measure not of quality but of popularity. Yet, they are a sign of resonance, of connection. I shall strive, then, not merely for likes, but for engagement, for shared moments of appreciation for the beauty of the drama. And so, the bard shall adapt, proving that his art transcends time and medium."
Exeunt with the sound of a curtain call]
TV GIG INTERVIEW
In the present day, William Shakespeare is in interviews to be a script writer for a television series. The interviewer asked him for five conventional questions that might actually be asked in the scenario. William Shakespeare provides elaborate comically complex and over the top, Elizabethan replies. Please write out the dialogue of the two parties in this question and answer format, and feel free to go over the top with a Shakespeare thing.
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Interviewer: "Can you tell me a little bit about yourself, Mr. Shakespeare?"
Shakespeare: "In faith, I am but a humble playwright, whose quill hath penned tales of love and war, of kings and peasants, of life and death. I have walked through the halls of history, consorting with Julius Caesar, standing on the ramparts with Hamlet, and crossing the seas with Antony and Cleopatra. I am a weaver of words, a creator of worlds, a bard of the human condition."
Interviewer: "What interests you about writing for television?"
Shakespeare: "Verily, I am intrigued by this novel stage, where the globe is but a sitting room, and the audience number in the millions. The immediacy of the medium, the intimacy it affords, the possibility to whisper in the ear of every viewer – ’tis an opportunity to craft tales that can move the world."
Interviewer: "How would you handle writing on a tight deadline?"
Shakespeare: "As a playwright of the Globe Theatre, I am no stranger to the demands of time. Even as the sands of the hourglass fall, my quill dances upon the parchment, breathing life into characters, weaving stories of intrigue and passion. For, 'Better three hours too soon than a minute too late.'"
Interviewer: "Can you work well with a team?"
Shakespeare: "Indeed, for have I not worked with troupes of actors, directors, and stagehands, all coming together to bring my visions to life? Collaboration is but a dance, and I have long since learnt its steps. As the saying goes, 'All the world's a stage, and all the men and women merely players.'"
Interviewer: "Finally, how do you handle feedback and criticism?"
Shakespeare: "As an artist, I welcome the reflections of others, for 'there is nothing either good or bad, but thinking makes it so'. Criticism, when delivered with respect, can but hone my craft, sharpen my storytelling, and enrich my understanding of the human heart."
[Exeunt with the sound of applause]
ALTERNATE ENDING
Interviewer: "Finally, how do you handle feedback and criticism?"
Shakespeare [enraged, unhinged]: "Zounds! Is mine work to be dissected and scrutinized, pecked at like a carcass by carrion birds? Am I to be bound, Prometheus-like, whilst the vultures of opinion feast upon my liver? Canst thou not see the affront, the indignity of such a prospect?"
"A plague on criticism! Shall I, the bard whose quill hath crafted worlds, whose prose hath brought kings to their knees, be subject to the whims of critics? Shall I, who hath made audiences weep and laugh, be made to endure their petty complaints, their feeble attempts to grasp the depth of my artistry?"
"Dost thou wish to see me cower before the court of public opinion, whimpering like a scolded pup? Am I to fashion my tales not from the heart, but from the cold calculations of market appeal? Is this to be my fate?"
"I am a spinner of tales, a maker of dreams, not a jester to be jeered at! But if it is my lot to face the slings and arrows of outrageous criticism, I shall meet it head on. I shall bear it as a knight bears his armor, not as a burden, but as a challenge."
"But know this, dear interviewer. If thou art to employ me, thou art to employ a lion, not a lamb. I am a bard, not a scribe, and I shall create as a bard ought to – with fire and passion, not fear and trepidation."
[Exeunt with the sound of quill furiously scribbling]
