What were the 3 types of play that Shakespeare wrote?

* Histories are plays based on historical events, often from English history. Examples of Shakespeare's histories include *Henry IV, Part 1* and *Henry V*.

* Comedies are plays that are light-hearted and often end with a happy marriage. Examples of Shakespeare's comedies include *The Taming of the Shrew* and *Twelfth Night*.

* Tragedies are plays that end with the death of the protagonist, often due to a tragic flaw. Examples of Shakespeare's tragedies include *Romeo and Juliet* and *Hamlet*.