To be or not to be equipped with a great way to teach the elements of literary text using leveled texts! Support your differentiated instruction with this book featuring excerpts from 15 different Shakespeareplays including: Othello, Hamlet, Macbeth, The Merchant of Venice, Midsummer Night's Dream, Romeo and Juliet, and Taming of the Shrew. This resource is perfect for close reading or small-group instruction because each selection is written at four different reading levels and includes a focus on setting, character, plot, or language usage. These texts can support students' vocabulary development, improve writing skills, foster engagement, and promote creative thinking. Symbols placed in the lower corner of each page represent the reading level range and are designed to help teachers differentiate instruction. Comprehension questions are also provided to complement each reading level.