I agree that studying Shakespeare at this level has educational advantages. Although more conventional studying; such as writing essays is also beneficial to learning, studying Shakespeare opens new academic windows. When professional athletes train for their sport they do not only practice the sport; they also cross-train. I see the study of Shakespeare as a sort of academic cross-training. Shakespeare uses relatable characters and situations in his plays which create a connection between the reader and the literary work that is very strong. Reading something that is very well written and relatable bridges the gap between educational literature and enjoyable literature. Finally Shakespeare tells truly entertaining stories using a large range of emotion. From the hilarity of A MidsummerNight’s Dream to the compelling beauty and emotion of Romeo and Juliet; Shakespeare’s plays are touching and emotionally hardy. That is why Shakespeare should still be studied at this level of education.