When reading Shakespeare, what is not an important reason for utilizing strategies such as paraphrasing and summarizing? to better understand Shakespearean verse to avoid missing important information embedded in the figurative language to improve the speed at which the play is read to ensure understanding of the major themes in the work
Answers
Since Shakespearean English is quite different from modern day English, it is difficult to understand the text without utilizing any strategies. Let us analyse the listed options.
1. Paraphrasing and summarizing help simplify the text and make it easier to understand. Therefore the first option is a valid reason and so cannot be the correct answer.
2. Shakespeare makes use of references and figurative language that we are not very familiar with. This makes it necessary to paraphrase each sentence so that no important information is missed. Hence, the second option cannot be the answer.
4. When the language is a little complicated, there are chances of the reader not being able to identify the main themes. This is when paraphrasing comes in handy. Since it simplifies the text, it also clarifies any existing doubts and helps the reader identify the themes. Thus, the fourth option is also not the correct answer.
3. The goal of reading a play is either to enjoy it, or learn from it or both. In any case, rushing through the text does not make sense. Therefore, going through the summary of the text only to improve the reading speed is not a valid reason. This makes the third option the correct answer.