What are three ways shakespeares plays classified?

1. Comedies are plays that are light-hearted and often end with a happy marriage. Some of Shakespeare's most famous comedies include *A Midsummer Night's Dream*, *The Taming of the Shrew*, and *Twelfth Night*.

2. Histories are plays that are based on real historical events. Some of Shakespeare's most famous histories include *Richard III*, *Henry IV, Part 1*, and *Henry V*.

3. Tragedies are plays that are serious and often end with the death of the main character. Some of Shakespeare's most famous tragedies include *Romeo and Juliet*, *Hamlet*, and *Othello*.