This course examines a representative sampling of Shakespeare's plays, focusing on a particular group of plays, or a particular dominant theme or concern. The course will attempt to ask pertinent questions about some of Shakespeare's major interests, and to investigate his development as a dramatist. Various critical approaches to the plays will be discussed. Prerequisite: 6 credits of 200 level English Note: Not to be taken by students with credit in ENGL 332. This course may be repeated for credit.