The whole book, beginning to end is full of “things that are not as they seem”, due to the way it was written. Since his life was literally on the line, he had to decide carefully on how to make this play. During Shakespeare’s time, the ruler of England was Queen Elizabeth. For the sake of his life, "Taming of the Shrew" could not be taken seriously for he would be "mocking her". He did this through comedy and confusion. By having characters pull pranks and switch identities, it not only confuses the audience but it also puts a comedic twist on it. Shakespeare did well by starting off comedic. Once an audience is laughing, it is easier for them to take things lightly, not seriously. Just as the King puts on a play, deceiving his audience, Christopher
