Q11. Which work is considered as inspiration for "A Midsummer Night's Dream"? Answer : The Golden Ass by APULEIUS translated by William Adlington, a probable inspiration for A Midsummer Night's Dream and a possible minor source for Cymbeline. Adlington published his translation—from a French translation of Apuleius' 2nd-century A.D. Latin—in 1566, and his book was … Continue reading English Literature Descriptive Questions and Answers – 02 →