How did you feel about the violence in the plays you've read? Anything upsetting or disturbing?
No. I acknowledge that the themes in many Shakespearean plays are sensitive, poignant and shocking to some viewers, but as I have had very little experience with the topics myself, I can only really interpret them on a surface, fictional level, rather than on a personal level.
Some of the plays feature a lot of suicidal thoughts, extreme violence and even characters who commit suicide. So even though personally I have found them slightly upsetting I think it is important to the play/plot in many cases.
In some of the plays, it contains disturbing and sensitive scenes. I think in the plays mention of harmful topics like suicide and sexual assault etc are upsetting and may make others uneasy and feeling vulnerable if they weren't expecting those scenes.
The violence creates something for the readers/audience to learn from. The violence can be upsetting as some can take it as a personal approach.
I didn't find anything particularly disturbing but I do feel like the violence happens in strange ways because of supernatural factors and the extremeness of the plays, the violence doesn't feel very real.
Most of the violence did not impact me, however the sexual violence mentioned in the plays did upset me such as Ophelia talking about Hamlet's attack on her. Some plays contain disturbing violence such as Titus Andronicus which did slightly upset me but on the whole the violence in Shakespeare's plays does not affect me.
I felt as though it was all expected - Shakespeare's tragedies often end in violence. Domestic abuse and SA is disturbing, it's not talked about enough.
Only Ophelia's suggested rape upset me as it is a topic I tend to avoid when consuming content (Hamlet).
Only the suggested rape in Hamlet upset me as Polonius' reaction was that Hamlet loved her and there was no support given her.
I ddin't find it particularly upsetting to watch/read, however I think it's important to develop a connection with characters that are involved in the violence in order to gain a better understanding of them.
No, I haven't been upset or disturbed by any scenes in Shakespeare to an extreem extent. However, I can understand how some would be seen as upsetting.
I felt that the violence served as a key part for the message of the plays to be explored, helped move the plot along. Some of the violence, particularly the racism in Othello evoked discomfort, but not of a severe degree.
I believe that for the most part it's called for either to prove a point to the audience but to break up the long sections or talk and mono log.
I think the violence is necessary to move the plot forward and isn't very shocking in any disturbing way. Part of it, is that it is meant to shock the audience but I don't think it is upsetting for me.
No, I have not isolated my experience of Shakespeare to this particular point.
The common thread of female suicide and violence against women mostly in Hamlet it feels as though there is a power imbalance constantly used and the treatment of Ophelia her suicide and implied assault is very real and sadly relatable to many modern experience
I find that the violence in some of Shakespeare plays can be quite gruesome particularly when they are performed on stage or adapted into film versions. I do not think it is overly disturbing for the target audience however some topic matters can be upsetting
Language itself not found to be particularly disturbing, the descriptors take away from this as well as modern desensitisation. Themes, such as suicide, incest and familial death may be disturbing due to modern culture or personal.
Some scenes in the plays I have studied can be seen as disturbing but it is not to an extreme point. They help develop the plot so the violence is necessary and not that upsetting.
Find it quite disturbing with how close Laertes and Ophelia are. Almost incestual.
I accept the violence in the plays as it was a different society back when Shakespeare wrote his plays. I don't find anything partucularly upsetting or disturbing.
Not necessarily, nothing violent in the plays has upset me but I think that certain scenes can be upsetting without the right context. Violence can be upsetting for young people watching Shakespeare especially when they have not studied it.
I don't really no, probably because nothing mentioned/covered doesn't really apply to me. I've had no experiences with situations like the ones discussed. It is also easy to remove yourself from the play not feeling emotionally involved, probably because of the language used.
I believe the violence in Shakespeare's plays aren't very disturbing as they aren't as detailed.
Violence is described in detail and the deaths are quite gruesome. I personally don't find this disturbing as it adds to the 'shock factor' that Shakespeare wants to create.
Some scenes of abuse and suicide are upsetting, like anything involving Ophelia - but many scenes like Romeo + Juliet's suicide are very outlandish + dramatic to have much personal effect.
Nothing was particularly disturbing or upsetting, sensitive yes, but not disturbing. Perhaps for younger readers in schools.
Film version of Macbeth was the most graphic though not too disturbing. Discussing Ophelia's death was not too disturbing but tense due to mentions of suicide.
I found adaptations to exaggerate the scenes to a grievous, horrific effect. sometimes it's hard to read.
No I don't believe it is violent at all as it is ultimately a play which is a form of entertainment.
In Hamlet, the death of characters at the end of the play. In Macbeth, the downfall of Macbeth. In King Lear, the deception and greed.
I didn't really react in any way to the violence of the plays.
I thought the violence was realistic which was particularly enjoyable as it really highlights the gruesomeness of Shakespearean plays.
No, I didn't find any parts upsetting or disturbing.
I thought the violence was exciting and interesting in the plays.
I thought the violence was not disturbing or upsetting in the plays I have read.
Violence is a constant theme, in Macbeth it is disturbing specificaly towards violence against children.
Macbeth's constant imagery of child death as it was incredibly obscene and quite unsettling how many just glossed over this fact.
I feel that the intensity of the Queen Mab speech from Romeo and Juliet made me uncomfortable. The scenes in Hamlet where women (especially Ophelia) are degraded/not given an accurate portrayal anger me. The scenes where Hamlet talks about his mother's sexual choices & his viewpoint on his mother overall makes me extremely uncomfortable.
I didn't mind it - not too violent and it's not really that graphically described if you're only reading the plays.
I did not find any particularly upsetting or disturbing, I only viewed them as a part of the narrative with minor emotional reactions.
I found that Hamlet was very suggestive of sexual assault (Ophelia) and I found it somewhat disturbing as it's a realistic thing that women today still suffer with.
The violence within the play allows for a reader or audience to find what was actually going on through time. Some scenes have been upsetting especially through children when Macbeth burns the children at the steak and the burial of Macbeth's child.
The violence in Shakespeare plays, especially Macbeth, is a key part and often fuels what happens to the protagonist, although it can be graphic.
I found Lady Macbeth saying she would rather bash the brains of a baby than go back on her word very disterbing - however this helped me to realise the evil & soleless nature of Lady Macbeth.
I wasn't personally bothered as I know and knew at the time of reading that plays are fictional.
I think some scenes are graphic. I don't however find it offputting or upsetting because I understand it's for entertainment and people from Shakespeare time would enjoy it.
In the two plays I have studied, I found that the most shocking part of the violence is the amount of people that get killed during the plays. This is because I find it unusual how both of the main characters almost lose their minds and majority of the cast get killed or hurt.
No not in particular and I think it's not too graphic.
In Macbeth the violence that Fleance has to witness when seeing his father Banquo die, I found it upsetting because it made me think about what would happen if I was in that position and how it would affect my life.
I was not particularly disturbed by any of the violence in the plays I have seen and read however the bedroom scene in Hamlet between Hamlet and Gertrude was upleasant as it was uncomfortable to watch some adaptations.
I like the violence in regards to [illegible] when it is [illegible] for example in Romeo and Juliet. When Romeo kills himself it is an act of love towards Juliet and vice versa. However this can be a disturbing topic due to the number of suicides increasing and it could upset those who have dealt personally with issues like this.
I thought that the violence in the plays were interesting in a way for the storyline, finding it entertaining in ways. However, in Romeo and Juliet I feel there was a bad impression of love leading to suicide, being upsetting as love shouldn't be shown in that way.
The scenes did not particularly phase or upset me.
I find it interesting because it adds more to the plot and executes certain emotions (like anger) very well. I didn't find anything particularly disturbing.
Coming across the anger within the plays did not give me a sense of fear or upset, as most people have become more desensitised to violence of most nature due to exposure from the media.
I didn't particularly find anything personally upsetting for myself. However, I can see how it could put many people if they experienced the tragedies displayed e.g. suicide.
I didn't really find any violence upsetting or disturbing.
I felt quite calm at the levels of violence shown.
There was no depiction of violence within the plays that has upset me personally.
I can't remember any scenes that were particularly upsetting or graphic to the point of disturbing.
Not really - I didn't find it upsetting. I think it adds to the drama.
I did not find any of the violence upsetting only shocking but not in a bad way.
I did not find anything distressing about the scenes of violence personally.
I think that they tend to have a lot of violence, however I don't particularly find them to be that graphic and therefore disturbing.
I did not find any of the scenes disturbing.
Violence within Shakespeare, for the most part, seems to be so fictionalised and dramatised that I fo one feel no need to be upset or disturbed. However, scenes involving sensitive topics to a particular audience e.g. suicide could be seen as disturbing. This is due to the audience relating to the situation and reliving harmful memories.
Watching a character descend into madness through violence is both upsetting and interesting. Tragic endings or deaths upset me (Ophelia, Hamlet).
I felt neutral about the violence displayed. In my experience, Shakespeare focuses more on the consequences of the violence than the act. I haven't found any secene particularly violent/disturbing.
The violence is generally shocking yet not disturbing.
When it comes to violence that I have read, it comes to be a bit sudden and all happens at once like a cycle, such as Hamlet, everyone dies suddenly at the end, eliminating the element of surprise.
Nope, nothing. You see much worse stuff just sat on your phone or in movies.
I think they aren't that violent or upsetting.
I feel as though the violence brings action to the plays, giving context and driving the plot forwards. In my opinion the violence is used to show the severity of the events occurring adding to the tragedy.
Through all of the plays, I feel the violence adds to the excitement of what's happening and allows me to explore the characters in greater depth.
I felt comedic pleasure from the violence in Shakespeare's plays. I have not found them particularly disturbing.
It was ok. When Othello kills Desdemona that was quite upsetting.
No, most of the violence took place in between scenes.
The violence presented to me wasn't shocking or disturbing, though it was intriguing due to how it looks in modern cliche. However, mentions or acts of suicide were slightly triggering, due to my personal relation to the subject.
The violence is occasionally so graphic that it becomes disturbing but the majority does not affect me as Shakespeare doesn't always use lots of detail to describe a violent scene.
Although there is a lot of violence in the plays, the only scene I found to be a little disturbing was the closet scene in Hamlet in some adaptations as Hamlet seems uncontrolled and Gertrude's fear is very graphic. I find most of the violence in the plays to be mainly dramatic and theatrical.
I feel generally detached from the violence both in the script and in performances - In Macbeth most of the brutal scenes are just implied/of stage such as the murder of Macduff's children.
I think the descriptions or depictions of violence are not to explicit and are not particularly disturbing.
I don't think the violence is too disturbing, for me it is not graphic enough to be upsetting or disturbing.
I didn't find any of the violent scenes upsetting
Although there were quite morbid scenes (for example the murder of Macduff's child in Macbeth) I didn't feel particularly impacted by these as I feel it is easier to separate violence in plays when in the classroom. Also, teachers often didn't focus largely on the violent act itself but on what it meant in terms of character development, plot, etc.
I don't feel anything towards the violence thats depicted within the plays because I don't feel that Shakespeare writes his characters with enough depth to form a connection with them and therefore I don't feel anything when violence is inflicted upon them.
It makes them more interesting some are disturbing in a good way
I didn't find anything particularly disturbing, sometimes I found it exciting as I thought it added to the plot.
Nothing was disturbing, possible because of the type of violence (eg Macbeth's beheading and swordfights) don't resonate with me as it's more old style - so not upsetting, it appears very dramatised and fake so is difficult to take seriously or be upset by it.
Though violence was not too graphic. Depicted the same as modern modern TV shows - nothing I have never seen before.
I did not find any of the violence particularly upsetting.
I felt that the violence was often focused more upon the plotting of it and the building to a climax. Yet the violence itself to me feels somewhat censored and gentle in contrast to modern books.
I believe violence in Macbeth was essential to the plot of the play, with the murder of King Duncan and similar motifs of blood throughout emphasising the guilt of both Macbeth and Lady Macbeth. Scenes such as the death of Lafy Macduff and her son are particularly harrowing however, yet they too convey the idea of Macbeth's downfall into a tyrant. Concerning Hamlet, the violence of Hamlet is symbolic of his madness coming to a release with the death of Polonius and duel at the end. This is also necessary to emphasise the nature and severity of his madness, thickening and furthering the plot.
I think both the plays I have studied cover disturbing scenes, especially in the case of Macbeth as he is out on the battlefield and uses his sword to kill people from the 'nave to the chops' and also Lady Macbeths manipulation and suicide; however, I feel it is completely necessary to establish and develop them as a character.
Being usually presented in the dramatic form of the play I don't tend to find scenes of violence upsetting as they are often over dramatised, and in general I find no real issue with fake scenes of violence however I sometimes find them quite shocking.
The violence was, as an audience member, quite thrilling and entertaining. When studying it was slightly more strange, for lack of a better word, due to how frequently it happened and how many died 'meaninglessly'.
King Duncan's death is very brutal in movies, and I found it very disturbing but I think that Macbeth's friends (forget his name) was more upsetting and disturbing because it felt more personal cause he was Macbeth's friend.
I can't say any of the violence in Shakespeare plays has been particularly upsetting or disturbing to me. The one thing that comes to mind is Lady Macbeth's soliloquy where she exclaims she would've 'dash'd' the babies brains out to Macbeth. Or where Macbeth kills Macduff's wife and child.
I found the violence directed towards women by the servants disturbing in Romeo and Juliet.
I didn't really find any of the violence in Macbeth or Hamlet upsetting or disturbing. I think thats's because we see violence in TV shows and movies all the time.
I thought the violence was good and necessary to the plot. I didn't find anything upsetting or disturbing.
The violence was a moderate violence level. I found the violence appeared more comical than upsetting.
No since none of them were that bad. Most of the time they only fight to the death like in Macbeth.
The violence is a key aspect of the play and should be included to enhance the effect of the narrative and the plot itself.
I wasn't too affected by any of the violence, possibly the death of Mercutio as his death was more unexpected and did have an emotional toll. But the violence wasn't surprising due to the time of the play.
I found the violence fine and crucial to the plot.
To a certain extent the violence within the plays is necessary for plot development and expression of emotions/is relevant to the time period. Not overly disturbing, more just shocking.
Ambivalent towards most parts of the violence.
I quite enjoyed violence as it added a dramatic twist to the plays plot. It also showed the strong emotions & motives of the characters.
It did not truly feel upsetting or disturbing, as it predominantly felt overtly melodramatic; descriptions of violence were more disturbing but to no dangerous extent.
The violence was not detailed therefore I was not affected. And other parts were not particularly upsetting or affect me in anyway other than how I interpreted the plays.
Always had a reason behind it whether it was personal or political. Some scenes of violence were upsetting as they were due to misunderstandings.
I felt fine I wasn't upset or disturbed as the violence and strong content could be seen in media such as horror movies or TV shows.
I feel like Shakespeare plays have some elements of disturbing elements (eg Gertrude + Hamlet, also the violent imagery).
I didn't think the violence was that bad or disturbing but maybe the suicide references could be triggering for some people.
Not really, it's just a book; can't actually see it.
Never found anything disturbing in these books or movie
Didn't really bother me that much nothing was upsetting or disturbing
I felt like the violence in the plays isn't that upsetting or disturbing
Not particularly. Yes there's violence but nothing disturbing.
Not really affected by the violence - there is violence but it's not disturbing.
The violence within Shakespeare has not been disturbing to me personally and was instead a more interesting and engaging aspect to his stories when analysing what these aspects of violence means.
Its not disturbing and is good/keeps it interesting/adds a bit of spice to the play.
No, I didn't find them at all disturbing. The stuff you see on TV/Netflix etc is way more graphic.
I didn't find any Shakespearean violence disturbing - was not graphic. Though it can be upsetting depending on how it is portrayed.
Yes, poor King Hamlet was usurped, how can that not be upsetting? He was a man, take him for all in all. I shall not look upon his like again.
I find it very interesting, the violence makes it intriguing and more immersive. Violence over the throne was a big part of English/European history and not teaching it along with the story is missing out a significant aspect of the plot itself.
I don't get annoyed or find the violence that is played in Shakespeare as bad. The violence is supposedly making the plays better and enjoyable to read.
Not particularly considering when they were made and what Shakespeare plays are like. Like watching a Tarantino movie.
Not particularly bothered by the violence (physically) in them, but some of the sexual violence is disturbing.
I felt neutral, I thought the scenes were a necessary part of the play/plot but I didn't feel happy or sad that they were included.
Not too much of an issue. Mainly because the times are different so the violence isn't as obvious.
The violence is very explained at times yet they move striaght off of it. I didn't mind it. This is because its not real.
I was not upset or affected by the violence.
Found it wasn't necessarily disturbing. Found treatment of women negative in plays which made me somewhat uncomfortable (leading to violence on women).
No. I don't feel the plays I have done are overly violent and due to the era and ideas in the play, they seem unrealistic.
I didn't find them upsetting or disturbing.
No I didn't find them particularly upsetting or disturbing.
I think that the content is manageable for high school students especially at 6th form age.
Perhaps the murder of the two young princes in Richard III as they were representative of innocence.
I found that often the violent scenes felt necessary for the plot and helped to understand the characters emotions and loyalties in greater depth.
It was more intense and possibly gruesome when being acted out, but nothing was particularly disturbing or upsetting.
I wasn't disturbed by the violence within the play, it added more tension to the play rather than disturbance.
I thought the violence in the plays were all fine, I didn't find anything upsetting.
I feel that the violence is a great dramatical device and may be an accurate representation of the culture of violence in the 15th century. I do not find anything particularly disturbing.
Violence is interesting in Shakespeare's plays as they show signs of reality and it makes his plays more interesting for me.
I did not feel particularly upset but I understand it can be disturbing, more so if seen live, in a play.
No, I haven't seen any violence in Shakespeare that has upset or disturbed me.
I think the violence in Shakespeare's plays aren't as horrific as other pieces I have read or seen. The violence for me, adds to the thrilling experiences for the plays/all his work.
I felt that the violence was important to the plots and helped to advance the plays. Though scenes of certain forms of violence can be uncomfortable, Shakespeare's plays are meant to make us feel uncomfortable.
Nothing overly violent that was disturbing to read or discuss.
I believe that the violence correlates with the happenings of the plays, however, it is not the acts of violence themselves that are disturbing but rather how one person who carries them out acts. E.g. Richard III's nonchalence towards the several murders he has committed.
I find the violence in Shakespeare's work interesting, and not at all upsetting as it provides a look at what was and what was not acceptable to write about during Shakespeare's time.
I found the final suicide scene in Romeo and Juliet to certainly be disturbing. As we got to connect to these two characters, watching them both take their own lives in such raw ways, in front of one another, was definitely upsetting.
Reading the plays, the physical violence does not seem disturbing however the emotional violence from certain characters can be somewhat disturbing but not at all overwhelming to the point I cannot read or analyse their actions.
I found I looked at the violence as actions of the characters and used it to understand them better. The violence is often quick or simply in stage directions which can make the acts of violence seem less disturbing as you're more focused on dialogue.
Yes, in Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet there was a lot of violence and suicidal events. There were also scenes involving death, like Richard III. The ending of Romeo and Juliet's scene, death being seen as an easy escape?
I don't think it's too much an issue - when reading a novel you are aware that it is fictional and that a story of this era may be outdated in its morals.
There are some suicide scenes/gruesome scenes so those could be seen as upsetting. + Mercutio's death in Romeo and Juliet.
No, I was aware that the violence was for dramatic purposes, the violence seen and reda was non-naturalistic therefore did not arouse true empathy or disturbance. In fact, the violence shown was far from realistic.
The language Shakespeare uses, it is very graphic and brutal when characters are being violent and aggressive to each other.
Death of Clarence (Richard III) in the barrel was quite a brutal death + the dialogue focuses on him not wanting to die. Murders of the princes. Suicide in Romeo and Juliet.
No, violence is intended for dramatic purposes and is in no way upsetting/disturbing.
I didn't find any disturbing or upsetting.
I didn't find them particularly upsetting, however sometimes they can be uncomfortable especially when seen on stage.
I didn't mind. Some of the language Shakespeare uses is a bit weird and graphic.
It was well dramatised. I didn't find anything upsetting except for when Leonardo DiCaprio died in the 1995 production of Romeo and Juliet.
I don't think so - however, sometimes it may be hard for certain people as plays such as Richard III are based on true events. This isn't how I feel, but I believe it may be interpreted like this. However, due to Shakespeare being present in the Elizabethan era, these plays were so long ago, it has minimal effect on the present day audience -he wrote and published these plays in the 17th century.
The scene with Lady Macbeth washing the blood off of her hands was quite disturbing to me as I was quite young when I studied it.
I think it is more upsetting when watching film versions than reading the plays. I found the domestic violence in Romeo and Juliet upsetting as it is something I have experienced.
It is obviously not pleasant to read about violence, however it has not had a lasting impact on me. I also believe that violence is likely downplayed in Shakespeare plays compared to the reality of 17th century violence.
I have never found any violence in Shakespeare's plays or any adaptations particularly disturbing, as none I have read or seen have been explicitly gory or bloody. Many are emotionally moving, however (e.g R&J's suicide).
I think violence in Shakespeare's plays can be a useful plot device. i don't find them particularly upsetting or disturbing.
They use climatic scenary that draws you in, its not too violent - it retells history more accurately if some violence is shown.
Nope but Romeo and Juliet should have been able to be happy.
I don't find it upsetting its either not real or tampered
Not disturbing or upsetting. find it entertaining and good to read/watch.
I don't find it disturbing. It is not real.
I enjoyed the battles/duels particularly in Romeo and Juliet as it made the scenes exciting.
No, the violence was elemental to the plot, but wasn't disturbing to a 15/16 year old who studies this. The plays I have studied so far haven't been particularly violent.
The violence in both Romeo and Juliet and Macbeth were quite tame, the most violence shown being slashes, cuts and stabbing during fight scene.
I do not find the plays upsetting at all
I feel that some scenes were funny by the time's standards, this also applies to the violence in the play is violent by the context of the time. At the end of the day, its fiction, made up or exaggerated to provoke the reader.
In my opinion Shakespeare wrote plays... he did not expect us to deep his plays, he just wanted to make money and entertain people of his time because he had a talent that he wanted to show. Shakespeare doesn't make sense because the English language has evolved now. Nothing disturbing, unless I'm in person and physically see a wound and blood pouring out then I would be bothered, but as we all know its a play I realise its not deep, unless its the bath scene in Saltburn.
I don't find it upsetting or disturbing cos I'm not a puff.
No I understand it was all fictional as I am not stupid enough to read a book and be offended. PS I'm not a snowflake.
Personally, I would say the violence in both seen and read play is quite mild & is not disturbing
No, I think reading this makes it more interesting and keeps us awake and interested in our lessons
I feel the violence was appropriate nothing was upsetting or disturbing
There was nothing particularly upsetting or disturbing to me. Both plays were fine.
No, I believe it makes Shakespeares work and his view on the life he lived more interesting
It's nothing new to what I've seen. Nothing was upsetting.
I think that Shakespeare uses the violent and upsetting/disturbing scenes to emphasise social faults.
The violence is very aggressive in Macbeth but it is interesting and overall not upsetting to me but it is slightly disturbing.
In the plays, there were multiple scenes of combat which had ended in gory scenes. I was not disturbed with these images, however, and was not an issue when reading.
I thought the violence that Shakespear displayed in Romeo and Juliet was important as it displayed what the norm of the time and makes us understand context to the play. The violence in Macbeth wasnt upsetting but could be seen as disturbing as it is used to show the characters mental states, but it did not affect me personally, just helped my understanding of the plays.
I think that the violence in Shakespeare plays is acceptable. It is a part of history, even if it is unsettling. Students learn about the horror of WWI and WWII so I think the topics in Shakespeare are fine since, at least to me. I think they are quite interesting personally.
I did not find the violence upsetting or disturbing.
Nothing like upset or disturbed me so to say, but I did find the ghost in Macbeth creepy and it was a bit scary when Lady Macbeth had blood on her hands & stuff.
No, I found it fine nothing was that disturbing in my opinion.
I think they added to the dramatic scenes and the plot and storyline. No, I did not find anything partucularly disturbing.
The violence in Romeo and Juliet between the Montagues and the Capulets is typical clan rivalry in my opinion. Nothing really disturbed me about it. I find the violence in Macbeth quite shocking for the time, especially how L. Macbeth encouraged it. One scene also makes me realise the advantages of no technology (where L.M. tells Macbeth to make the guard like the murderer).
Some of it can have misogynistic undertones which I found particularly disturbing in Othello as well, especially when Desdemona is displayed in a most passive light in some productions, I also feel violence could be used to perpetuate already systemic prejudices, as seen in Othello.
The violence in Shakespeare plays are often very important to the plot of the play and are as a result of revenge, which is a theme that is very prominent in Shakespeare plays. I didn't usually find it disturbing, however they can be shocking.
I found it disturbing how Claudius killed his own brother by pouring poison in his ear when he was most vulnerable for [illegible] matters
I didn't find anything particularly disturbing or upsetting in my studies because I can acknowledge that these plays are all tragedies (Hamlet, Othello, and Macbeth) and therefore, violence is kind of expected.
Although violence is a common theme I believe it enhances the story rather than makes it upsetting or uncomfortable.
I thought violence was not a common theme throughout the Shakespeare plays I have read/studied.
I find violent scenes entertaining + add to the drama. They don't upset me.
I think its helpful as it conveys meanings and symbolism. It's not upsetting.
I did not find it upsetting/some of it was disturbing.
The violence in Romeo and Juliet I find vaguely amusing as all the motivations stem from a lifelong feud no one really knows what started. Duels are always exciting though.
I found them to be portrayed not as gruesomely or as detailed as I thought. The violence against women, such as Othello and Desdemona, to be upsetting.
I don't think about it that much - it can be 'entertaining', if done right, in the theatre
I did not find it disturbing or upsetting, but exciting because it adds drama.
None were really disturbing just sad and unfortunate. I expected though.
Didn't really feel anything (just added drama, but its a work of fiction). No (because of above reasons).
It feels normal, as Macbeth's background appeals to violence. No, no characters are disturbing.
I found the violence in Othello particularly upsetting. Macbeth was hugely disturbing, especially King Duncan's murder.
There was quite a lot of violence and death but it wasn't that disturbing because I knew it was fiction.
I don't think they were particularly disturbing, they were crucial to the story.
The violent scenes were dramatic but not disturbing to me.
I think the violence shows a lot of significance in Shakespeare plays.
It wasn't disturbing and it was interesting to read as it showed the characters personality.
I don't really care, it was an interesting story though.
It wasn't disturbing as it was embedded into the storyline.
I found it well staged and entertaining.
I didn't find any of the violence upsetting, especially since Othello is a tragedy so some violence is expected/anticipated.
It added to the dramatiqueness of the play and the tension as it built suspense for the readers.
No, it was not graphic. It was embedded within it and using humor.
No they are all symbolic and have certain themes behind them.
When Polonius in Hamlet was killed - not upsetting or disturbing, rather humorous because of his character (and Hamlet's unfortunate mistake). Old Hamlet's death told by the ghost - the descriptions were quite grotesque but I didn't find them disturbing.

Anything enjoyable in the violence?
I found the deaths of malevolent characters somewhat pleasing, as it seemed like a degree of justice was enacted. However, all are somwhat saddening if the character was tragic with wasted potential (as so many are).
I think that a lot of the scenes particularly Lady Macbeth's suicide, Hamlet's suicidal thoughts and Ophelia's and Gertrude's suicides reflect not only the character themselves and their thoughts but are interesting to look at to see the attitude of that time in history.
I enjoyed some scenes of violence like the fighting and I also enjoyed seeing the interpretation of the different violence scenes at that time, compared to modern day interpretations and thoughts.
When Lady Macbeth dies due to the fact of how unbearable and cunning her character is.
I enjoyed the way the violence was set out in Othello, as it was cunning and well thought out by Iago and is driven by personal anguish.
Most scenes of violence I do not tend to enjoy, but sometimes they are quite moving if there is great emotion behind the violence.
Macbeth - all throughout as it allowed me to understand better why the characters were deserving of their punishment/death.
I enjoyed/found the violence (the fight) interesting within Macbeth as it built suspence for the downfall of Hamlet's hamartia.
Not particularly but I think for a live audience it will certainly increase the entertainment in certain scenes.
Yes, I have, the acts of violence in Romeo and Juliet, specifically the death of Tybalt and the suicide of both protagonists. I also find Hamlet's soliloquies intriguing, where he contemplates suicide.
Yes, the final scene of Othello on Desdemona's bed and the duel of Macbeth and Macduff as they are vital to the plays plot but also enjoying how Shakespeare explores darker side of morality in his plays.
I enjoy a few of them but my favorite is Mercutios and Tybolts fight as it is witty and keeps the action moveing.
I think the final suicide of Romeo and Juliet is a beautiful scene to end the tragedy but I do not enjoy any violence outside of that.
I am neutral upon this topic, as upon a wider scale I don't think that I can have an opinion upon this particular aspect, unless I consider it within his literature as a whole.
When violence is used in an act of revenge I wouldn't say it was enjoyable but maybe a satisfaction from the karma like in Macbeth and Hamlet. The deaths of Hamlet, the king and queen are especially dramatic and feel like a satisfying ending.
I think the scenes of violence help with the understanding of the play, particularly in Macbeth in the battle scene at the end which is a crucial part of the play.
Not in a sense however language was interesting and scenes of violence such as Hamlet's ending are crucial to the play & its morals but may be disturbing.
Yes because they help make the plays more exciting. The dual in Act 3 scene 1 of Romeo and Juliet between Tybalt and Mercutio is enjoyable because it emphasises how the lovers are star-crossed and shows destruction of fortune.
Not particularly. I just know its fictional.
I find some of the big fighting scenes comical as Romeo and Juliet's cousin and the final scene of Hamlet. I find them comical as they still keep up upper class pretences whilst attempting to commit the crime of murder.
I think that the scenes of violence in Hamlet especially are entertaining because they are foreboding throughout the play, so when they happen its almost a sense of relief.
I enjoyed reading them yes as they add drama to the plays making them more exciting, but especially concerning Ophelia in Hamlet I was more upset than enjoying the scenes because of the injustices.
Last scene of Hamlet held quite a lot of dramatic humour, but not because of the violence.
I enjoy scenes of violence in Hamlet as they are done in revenge, e.g. Hamlet killing Claudius and Laertes.
Scenes like the murder of Mercutio are enjoyable as they add drama + final scene of Hamlet, but Ophelia's suicide is not.
Reading, I don't find violence enjoyable, but watching it, there is definitely an added cinematic value to the content in certain adaptations.
The fight between Laertes and Hamlet over Ophelia's grave was significant in terms of literary poisnience [sic] Ophelia's death was powerful because it showed her taking the one thing that she had control of into her own hands.
Partially no to it's graphic nature yet, it does reveal the passion of the characters.
End murder scene of Hamlet, makes it more interesting.
Act 5 Hamlet. Macbeth. Shakespeare is able to create great climaxes which are essential for plays.
Yes, all of them had a good plot which were finished nicely.
I didn't enjoy any either - none of the violent scenes evoked any emotion for me.
I have enjoyed the scenes of violence I have seen and read in Hamlet and Macbeth as it truly allows you to become a part of that experience, you feel scared for the characters and yourself.
In many of Shakespeare's plays violence plays a big role. It makes the plays more exciting and enjoyable to read. I enjoyed reading about this particularly in Macbeth to see what happens next.
I thought that Mercutio's death in Romeo and Juliet was enjoyable as it combined dark topics with humour which was a good balance.
I like Act 3 scene 1 of Romeo and Juliet when Tybalt and Mercutio fight to the death, I think it depicts pride very well in both characters and internal conflict in Mercutio when he says 'plague o both your houses'.
Didn't particularly enjoy them just interesting.
The scene where Tybalt kills Mercutio I found entertaining as it built suspense for the following scenes - leaving me on the edge of my seat. Hamlet's mentions of suicide as it was emotional and meaningful.
When they killed Macbeth - he got what he deserved to be honest - too whiney.
The ending of both Hamlet and Romeo and Juliet both add to the meaning of the plays and so I enjoyed them.
The final scene in Romeo and Juliet where they both take their own lives as it depicts how young and naive they both were.
The first scene of Macbeth because it gives a insight into Macbeth's feelings and how he is as a person. It also gives a suggestion into what the play is actually about.
I enjoyed the killing of King Duncan in Macbeth as it lays a base to Macbeth's spiral into madness and the lengths of his ambition.
Although it is often necisary to the story, I never enjoy watching or reading about violence.
I enjoyed the scene of Romeo and Juliet where Mercutio died as everything was thought through; the weather, and I think it's where it all kicks off.
I think the fight scene between Romeo, Mercutio and Tybalt was enjoyable because it was a plot twist. Same with Hamlet killing Polonius.
I find it fascinating how the characters plan and execute the murders that take place. It is exciting to see if they can carry out their plans.
Yes I liked the end scene in Romeo and Juliet when both characters die as I think it portrays a message of it doesn't matter where you're from really and it makes it more interesting for a reader too.
I enjoy the violence at the end of Macbeth, because it showed how much of a corrupt tyrant he has become and what people perceive of him. I also enjoy the violence from Hamlet when he makes Claudius sit through the theatre production of how he murdered his brother KIng Hamlet.
I enjoyed the fencing scene in Hamlet as it felt like a satisfactory ending to the play, and I enjoyed Macbeth's death scene for the same reason. I enjoying analysing and watching adaptations of them.
I enjoyed violence within Romeo and Juliet killing themselves through the passion of love similarly in Hamlet through Ophelia's suicide, when it is through an act of love it is passionate rather than violence through an act of aggression and hatred.
Not relating back to the other questions but the drama behind the murders in Macbeth, Hamlet and Romeo and Juliet build the suspense and makes it engaging. The plays would not be the same without it.
I didn't particularly 'enjoy' the more violent scenes but I thought many were interesting/important to the play as a whole e.g. Mercutio and Tybalt's deaths.
Othello because it shows how different emotions can play out when they're very strong like jealousy. Hamlet because it carries Hamlet's character of justice and madness very well.
I can't say that I enjoyed any of the violence as I felt quite indifferent and never really moved from fictional violence as I understand that it is not harming real individuals unless they themselves are upset by the violence in the plays.
I think the duel between Laertes and Hamlet adds excitement and suspense in Hamlet. And also the war at the end in Macbeth with the beheading.
Macbeth's death/when they had his head. Enjoyed the tragic yet romantic aspect of Romeo and Juliet's deaths.
I didn't feel any strong emotion or enjoyment at the violence depicted.
I found the actions of violence to carry significant weight within the plays story which made the violence enjoyable.
I think that in contemporary portrayals of Shakespeare, action-orientated scenes are often more boring than those heavy in dialogue (e.g. fencing scene, Hamlet), but violence in all 4 plays is interesting, used appropriately and serves the plot well.
Macbeth's death on battlefield - liked the imagery. Loved the tragic aspect to Romeo and Juliet's deaths.
I enjoyed ones in Macbeth as they make the story more interesting.
I did not really enjoy the scenes - I just felt as if it was part of the plot so I have no reaction to it really.
I wouldn't use the word enjoy but they could give some form of entertainment it makes them seem more interesting like a modern-day action or thriller book/film.
I didn't enjoy the scenes of violence, but didn't find them disturbing or uncomfortable at all.
Scenes with violence that provokes the plot are enjoyable to me, e.g. final scene in Hamlet, but scenes with merciless violence e.g. Macbeth's murder of Macduff's wife and child, are not created to be enjoyed as they are required to portray the murderer in a negative light.
Macbeth and Hamlet's uncle (forgot name, sorry) deserved to die. I enjoyed the fact they faced consequences and restored the divine right of kings.
The murder of King Duncan in Macbeth. it's handled reall well - focusing on the effects of the crime rather than the blood/gore itself.
Yes. I enjoyed Macbeth a lot. I love the tension that leads to the killing of Duncan but also the aftermath.
Yes, Hamlet and Laertes duel, it was exciting and produced tension given that the audience knew about Laertes and Claudius' plan.
I enjoyed the duel between Hamlet and Laertes, Hamlet, despite being killed, was sucessful in revealing the truth and the death of Claudius is somewhat satisfying.
Yes, enjoying the fighting of Hamlet and Laertes as it shows his element of betrayal is brought to life.
I enjoyed the cases of murder as it creates an interesting plot and most shows I watch do involve murder. I also find the suicides or Ophelia and Lady Macbeth interesting as it is an interesting view of the female mind.
Yes, in Hamlet I liked the duel between Laertes and Hamlet as it shows the tension and adds to the play.
Yes I enjoyed all of the ones previously ticked with my favourite being Hamlet as the violence is used to give context to Hamlet's madness and shows the severity of the situation.
I enjoyed them to the same extent I enjoyed the text as a whole.
Yes, I enjoy them due to their dramatised nature and their content.
The battle with Macbeth as he realises that the prophesies won't save him, suicide of Lady Macbeth as its interesting for the study of the character.
I enjoyed the murder scenes within Macbeth, particularly when involving the Lady Macbeth and Macbeth, because the slow desensitising to the act of murder, as well as the gradual loss of sanity, was interesting to read and analyse.
I enjoyed the violent scene between Macdonald and Macbeth in Macbeth because it helped to develop Macbeth's character at the start of the play.
I didn't find any of the scenes of violence to be particularly enjoyable but the dramatic and theatrical way the violence is acted out is sometimes slightly amusing.
I enjoy Mercutio's death scene in Romeo and Juliet - I like Mercutio's wit. I equally enjoy most of the fights in the play and felt it feeds into the emotional turmoil of characters. I find some of the violence to be thrilling/heighten the play.
I didn't necessarily enjoy the scenes of violence in the plays yet found them interesting and essential for the plot e.g. the murder of King Duncan and aftermath.
The murder of King Duncan in Macbeth, because thats the starting point for the downfall of Macbeth
I didn't enjoy them but I'm not emotionally connected to it so I wasn't upset.
The fight scene between Macduff & Macbeth at the end of the play as this was a dramatic moment.
I think it adds an entertainment aspect and keeps the audience engaged with the plays but I again don't particularly feel anything towards it specifically.
Enjoyed the end of Hamlet with the fencing match.
The final scene in Hamlet was exciting as it decided the end result of the play.
I feel the violence added to the drama and made it more interesting.
Claudius and Hamlet's death. Nice to see two annoying characters die.
I didn't enjoy them but I wasn't absolutely disgusted.
Romeo vs Paris: the battle is over their love for Juliet - Romeo & Juliet.
I enjoyed the playful element of the swordfight in Hamlet.
I enjoyed Macbeth vs Macduff as a dramatic and epic finale to Macbeth's tyrannical reign - it serves to pull Macbeth into the violence and death which he has brought upon the world. Death of Polonius is a tragic example as he is killed in cold blood.
I definitely enjoy scenes of violence in Shakespeare as it gives particular understanding of society in the times and helps add to the verisimilitude of the play rather than hiding those themes and pretending they are not issues; they also allow the reader to understand the character and sometimes identify with them.
I enjoy the dueling scene towards the end of Hamlet as I think it builds a sense of tense anticipation for the outcome which can be quite thrilling.
Yes. I like the fencing at the end of Hamlet because it feels appropriately climactic and up to interpretation. I also enjoy in Macbeth how the murders are so essential to the whole play - when staged well it's entertaining.
No I did not enjoy any of the scenes of violence.
I did enjoy some scenes of violence in Shakespeare's plays such as the fencing between Hamlet and Laertes as well as the fight between Macbeth and Macduff.
I enjoyed the sword fighting scenes in Romeo and Juliet.
I didn't necessarily enjoy the violent scenes - I just don't mind them.
Yes I liked the final scene in Hamlet because I think that it was interesting how all of the issues that were built up became resolved.
I enjoyed the fencing fight at the end of Hamlet, because it was funy and not scary.
Not specifically because they are violent, no?
I wouldn't say I enjoyed the violence itself but I liked the way it had been played in the last scene of Hamlet with the duel.
I enjoyed the Hamlet and Prince scenes in the grave yards because both of the characters were fuelled with emotion and they both had alot of love for Juliet so the scene was sad but thoroughly capturing.
I enjoyed the final fight between Macduff and Macbeth because of the sense of hopelessness mixed with determination for Macbeth.
Yes. The final scene of Hamlet, the violence draws all points to a close and provides a sense of finality.
Polonius stabbing in Hamlet - I didn't like his character.
I quite enjoy the death of Hamlet in the end as it adds this sense of incredible loss for peace. I also enjoy the death of Juliet as it was a powerful test of love.
The final act of Macbeth and the violence there was enjoyable as it felt like a quite fitting epic end to the play.
I like the beginning scene in Romeo and Juliet's adaptation.
I didn't enjoy the violent scenes however I do feel that they did help progress the plays and kept my interest at some parts.
The end scene in Macbeth because the violence also shows Macbeth's realisation at being tricked by the witches.
Montagues vs Capulets. It was intriguing.
I found them interesting in the context of an English lesson, they weren't necessarily 'enjoyable'.
I enjoyed the battle between Macbeth and other characters in its plot points.
The violence between Tybalt, Romeo and Mercutio was interesting because it was dramatic and exciting.
They add to the story and make it more realistic.
I like the end scene of Hamlet, when they carry out the sword fighting and Hamlet, Gertrude and Claudius die.
Yeah, thought they were really well thought out.
I didn't enjoy them but I also didn't hate any of them.
I didn't not enjoy the violence but I also didn't think it was very enjoyable or rememberable.
I enjoyed how they were shown/demonstrated. I like how actors captured the emotions.
I feel neutral towards them - I didn't like or dislike them. They added to the plot but they don't affect my preference really.
Scenes I enjoyed within William Shakespeare's story: Macbeth's death, Duncan's murder, the royal families deaths within Hamlet.
Macbeth getting his head chopped off and Duncan got blood all over them from his murder. I enjoyed them a lot.
Yes, thoroughly. The Macbeth scene against Norway, when Macbeth/Lady Macbeth kill Duncan. Hamlet killing Polonius.
Justice being served and Claudius being killed at the end.
Yes, violent scenes are as exciting as they are interesting. There are historical factors that are included in the type of fighting e.g. Hamlet and Laertes' fencing match and Macbeth's opening battle which sets the scene. It's enjoyable and historically fascinating.
There are no scenes that I could say that I enjoy which use violence this is because as it is not disturbing or upsetting it is not something likeable.
I wouldn't say 'enjoy' but I see their significance in the plot.
I did not enjoy any of the scenes of violence.
Not really, though some are more important for the plot. For example, Macbeth's death or Romeo and Juliet's ending.
I don't really care for them. As long as I understand it then it'll be fine.
Not necessarily 'enjoy' - verbal 'violence' helps to develop plot - neither like nor dislike - just kind of there.
I had no emotion towards them as they didn't affect me.
I haven't necissarily enjoyed them or disliked them. They give an accurate representation of the eras in the play.
Romeo and Juliet's suicide - it kind of romanticised the situation?
I enjoyed Mercutio's fight with Tybalt in R&J as it was intense.
Yes, Lady Macbeth's scene with the blood is memorable as well as the ending scene.
I found them entertaining. Such as Tybalt and Mercutio's death in Romeo and Juliet.
I wuite enjoyed the fight scenes in Romeo and Juliet as they are exhilarating and interesting to analyse.
The starting scene from Romeo and Juliet when the two families fight and we see the rivalry straight away.
The starting scene of Romeo and Juliet as it establishes the hatred that the families have between each other.
The establishing fight scene in Romeo and Juliet had notes of comedy and double entendres which I found amusing.
The fight scene between Mercutio and Tybalt causing Mercutio's death was interesting, especially his speech just before his passing.
Yes, I have, within Romeo and Juliet I enjoyed the dual between Tybalt and Romeo as well as the fight between Mercutio and Tybalt. I enjoyed them as they showed how a relationship between foes (the houses) can cause violent outbursts/disagreements.
I enjoyed the sword-fights in Romeo & Juliet. Liked the scene where Macbeth gets murdered.
In Richard III and Macbeth, I enjoyed the acts of violence as an entertaining, dramatical effect which definitely draws the readers attention - e.g. the various murders in Richard III which reflect his villainy nature.
Yes - in Romeo and Juliet, Romeo killing Tybalt was enjoyable for me as it was very dramatic the way how Romeoe was enfuriated and he showed his desire as he went after Tybalt.
I do not have a particular scene, but I feel in a play such as Richard III, the violence is simply historical and so is not particularly disturbing but perhaps in Macbeth some may feel disturbed, I don't mind scenes of this sort as they add a point of interest.
I wouldn't say enjoy, but the violence in the plays I have seen/read I believe is completely neccesary/vital to the plot and carries some crucial messages e.g. Romeo and Juliet's violent death.
One particular scene of violence I enjoyed - HAS TO BE! - Romeo and Juliet 'killing' themselves - and the fight at the beginning of the play.
The fight scene at the beginning of Romeo and Juliet is enjoyable, it is very theatrical and immediately thrusts us into the feud between the Capulets and Montagues.
One of the final scenes in Romeo and Juliet when Romeo is poisoned and Juliet stabs herself - I enjoyed the subverted gender stereotypes in which Juliet has a 'masculine' death and Romeo has a 'feminine' death, as well as the religious imagery and language, and also the ways that it is presented in various film adaptations.
Yes, such as the violence in Macbeth, Romeo and Juliet and Richard III. The extent of the violence and how horrific some scenes may be are crucial to the development of several characters, as we can see how their actions lead to a loss of sanity, conscience, etc.
I enjoyed the altercation that leads to the death of Mercucio in R+J, as it is an important moment in the play, and provides a different perspective than the characters who are member of the rivalling families.
I enjoyed the fight between Macbeth and Macduff because the lines that were said during it were memorable.
I enjoyed the violence in Richard III as it's integral to the characters and Richard himself often distracts from the violence through his witty dialogue, making violence humourous.
In Shakespeare's Richard III, his violence (phyical/mental) is crucial for the portrayal of his character. It is what allows the audience to condemn yet be entranced by him.
I wouldn't particularly say that I liked any of them, but the fight scenes in Romeo and Juliet were okay.
The death scene (act 3 scene 5?) of Romeo and Juliet is a particular scene I enjoy as I think the meaning behind it is highly interesting. Scenes of violence are not just about death but also to exemplify relationships, status, feelings.
Enjoyed as they added to the play not because of the violence - which isn't presented in a very violent way.
Act 1 scene 1 of Romeo and Juliet, as its quite entertaining.
Act 3 scene 1 of Romeo and Julier leading to death of Mercutio and Tybalt. Acts as a climax/enriches the story line.
I enjoyed them as it developed the plot + added emotion to the plays.
I quite like the fight between Romeo, Mercutio and Tybalt and Hamlet because they are really dramatic.
In Richard III, Shakespeare makes the scenes of violence thrilling and exciting.
Fight scenes in Romeo and Juliet were great.
I believe that last scene of Richard and Richmond fighting is important as it includes the history, and battles such as the battle of Bosworth were militarily common in the 17th c. I think it is more about education + learning than enjoying them. They spread powerful messages for example when Mercutio dies in Romeo and Juliet it is important to see the repercussions and what led to his death. All of Shakespeare's plays spread vital messages through violence.
The fight between Tybalt, Mercutio & Romeo because it showed a clear demonstration of how far generational rivalry can impact the families.
In plays it is more interesting but I don't enjoy domestic violence/rape scenes especially.
The violence scenes in Romeo and Juliet improved the plot, I think.
I enjoyed Richard III's battle against Richmond, not so much the violence itself, but rather his death marking the end of his tyrannical displays we see throughout the play.
I think that the fight scene in Romeo and Juliet was particularly enjoyable, in the play and the Baz Luhrmann film, as Shakespeare successfully mounts tension to reach the climax of the action in the play.
Scenes of combat or tragedy such Mercutio's death as enjoyable as they provide excitement and profound moments of emotion.
Battle of Bosworth - it shows the overthrowing of Richard III, by Henry Tudor which is very interesting to watch.
They are very impactful in the play which is impressive they engage us as a unseen audience and allow us to understand a lot of the deep seated issues in society.
The scene in Romeo and Juliet at the beginning with the Montagues against the Capulets.
No, to Romeo and Juliet. Yes, Richard III - Machiavellian - we side with him.
In the Romeo and Juliet (1995) movie I found the opening scene fun with the duals
I have not enjoyed any of the violence scenes, not a big fan.
None of them were particularly enjoyable/gave pleasure.
I liked the competitive spirits of the characters Mercutio and Tybalt in Romeo and Juliet. they were both skilled in combat and their attempts to prove themselves better than to other was interesting to read.
I enjoyed reading the murder scene in Macbeth and all the fights in Romeo and Juliet. This is because I believe that they add a new element to the plays and can change the circumstances and situations of each character.
Romeo and Juliet - Act 3 scene 1 was the culmination of the violence in the play very important to the play as characters died. Lady Macbeth - Act 5 scene 1 very disturbing but in an amazingly beautiful way.
No because then I would have something mentally wrong with me if I secretly liked the violence unless its Saltburn which I LOVE!! Barry Keoghan has my heart.
Yes, as it added much needed entertainment to a boring and dull book.
Yes I did because it was funny and entertaining for a boring play.
Yes as it provided entertainment during what can only be described as a pointless english lesson
Yes, this is because it gave the story a twist & the characters of Romeo and Juliet change.
Act 3 scene 1, the language used in this is very interesting and quite fun to unfold
I enjoyed all of them It was good overall
Yeah, it was funny and entertaining made the play actually interesting
Romeo killing Tybalt, Tybalt killing Mercutio, Romeo killing Paris, Romeo drinking poison.
Romeo and Juliet fight scene between Romeo, Mercutio and Tybalt. When Tybalt dies because it shows the male violence in the Elizabethan era and how important pride was.
All of them the language was interesting
I feel indifferent unless they add to the story - have a plot twist, sudden death, etc.
Yes as they are well written and normally look good or sound good
I didn't enjoy only I was just indifferent.
I do enjoy the violent scenes of his plays as a modern spectator because now we see violent scenes alot in the media and find them thrilling
Macbeth and Macduff's fight I really like due to the power and the dialogue I am the most interested in.
I did not necessarily enjoy the scenes of violence but also not dislike them.
I liked the fight scenes in romeo and Juliet as they kept me engaged.
I enjoyed the fight scenes in Romeo and Juliet as it displayed the characters and their personalities and upbringing which helps me write about them.
I found it interesting how Macbeth killed the king and how it tied into his self conscious drove him mad.
Some were necessary to plot like the king's death. So they were enjoyable to read.
I did not enjoy them but they were not disturbing.
I enjoyed multiple scenes in Macbeth which included the part where he washed the blood off his hands, because it was very effective and contributed a lot to the plot.
I didn't exactly "enjoy" it, but I felt it added to the plot and was important in the play's structure as it is quite climaxic and keeps it interesting.
Yes I enjoyed some of them, like in Macbeth when they get killed because it adds dramatics to the story and keeps the readers engaged.
In Macbeth when the man he hires to kill McDuff's family said, 'what you egg'.
Its mutual like violence scenes aren't that different to other scenes in my opinion.
If they play a significant role within the plot
No, but I didn't particularly dislike it.
I enjoyed the battle scenes in Macbeth as they served the plot and were key moments in the text.
Roberto's death by Iago in Othello. Hamlet.
I don't particularly enjoy any of the scenes of violence
Yes, Desdemona being strangled as it highlights how the lack of communication/secrets can cause unprecedented amounts of corruption.
I don't think I've ever read/watched a violent scene in a Shakespeare play and noted that I enjoyed it. It's not that I necesarily dislike the violence but I think it would be quite strange to enjoy watching/reading about brutality.
Yes - ending of Romeo and Juliet. Yes - Macbeth. Yes - Overall violence adds tension and drama to the piece, making it more enthralling. In my opinion violent pieces are better and more interesting, rather than overly censored ones.
I didn't particularly enjoy the scenes of violence, although they didn't make me dislike the play because of it.
I like Hamlet vs Laertes duel - very dramatic.
Some were entertaining - e.g. Cassio/Othello
Yes, they were entertaining but I don't remember which.
I don't support violence so the scenes were not enjoyable.
No - I think the plays would have been impactful w/out going into so much depth in regard to violence.
The battle scenes in Macbeth are exciting. Romeo and Tybalt's duel as well. I generally enjoy useful violence in media when it isn't cruelty or gratuitous.
I was intrigued by the scene of Romeo and Juliet when they both die together because they both loved each other so much that they could not live without each other. Although it was sad.
I enjoyed watching King Lear - well performed and good with the plot
Adds to the plot e.g. Othello's rage is his character development
Didn't enjoy or dislike it, was often interesting to read (as when Othello killed Desdemona).
Yes - I felt that all of them served a purpose.
When Macbeth got kiled, as he killed the king who's a nice person that managed the kingdom well.
I really liked Macbeth and the interesting portrayal of violent scenes in it.
I find them effective for the overall play but can't remember ones specifically.
I found them very important for the development of Macbeth.
I mean if its a good scene then I probably enjoyed it.
I don't remember the scenes of violence.
Yes, they normally add to the tension of the scene and explore the characters personalities.
Not really but I found the stabbing of Tybalt in Romeo and Juliet to be quite climactic.
I wouldn't say I enjoyed it but it added to the story
Yes, I enjoyed the scene where it added to the plot and storyline.
I think they created tension but it was also so complicated. I enjoyed some of it as it was exciting.
I think they had a lot of other themes and analysis to do on them and it was not solely focused on violence.
No I don't mind, Macbeth was a bit gory.

How do you feel about content warnings? Useful/not?
Yes, I feel that content warnings are useful. Although students/viewers have no direct, personal connections to characters on stage/in the text, such upsetting themes could arise traumatic memories for individuals.
I think they are very useful as a lot of people have different experiences and can get affected by different things. I think it is useful in order to ensure that a person's mental health is not affected by the book/play/interpretation.
I think they are useful as it warns the students of any following upsetting scenes and it gives the students less vulnerability.
They can be useful because some students can be going through personal relatable issues and should know what to expect so they are not triggered.
They are useful because violence can be triggering, so having a brief idea might help prepare the viewer/audience so they don't feel as upset.
I think they're useful so long as they are acted on, for example a student should be allowed not to read certain sections. However, this usually, and understandably, does not happen as we are expected to study the whole play.
They're relatively useless in schools - secondary school students can't opt out of watching or reading Shakespeare.
Yes, they are useful as I would like to prepare myself for sensitive topics.
I think they're very benefitial as some people studying might find some of the scenes hard to read/watch.
They may be useful to students who are affected by violence, however they might also be a spoiler of the content.
I think they are useful, as especially things such as sexual violence can be extremely triggering to an audience/reader.
Extremely useful, as you can never know if that particular content may cause upset or discomfort or even be triggering for people.
I think they ruin the fun of a play or book as for the most part it is meant to be there for shock and to get you to reflect on yourself.
I think they are a useful way to prepare students for what they are about to read/see and can be very important if the student will be upset by this violence especially suicide.
I think they are beneficial in terms of more sensitive themes such as suicide or self-harm, especially for younger and less mature students, but if we do consider that literature is a way to the past, in terms of attitudes and events such as war, or what can conflict with today's society, then I don't see the point.
They are useful as if someone has been in a similar situation they can prepare themselves instead of being blindsided by something.
I think they are useful, particularly to students who may not feel comfortable with certain topics (e.g. suicide if they have struggled with their mental health or have known anyone close to them to experience this)
They are useful for being made aware of the themes however the use of a content warning would also imply an opt out to somethig not including said theme.
They are useful because it can help specific students who struggle with seeing or reading anything disturbing due to trauma or other experiences.
I think they are useful to pre-warn students of what is in the book, play, films or TV shows. Sensitive topics must always be made clear.
I think they are useful as some students, or even some teachers, may be feeling similar suicidal feelings, as those in the play. It could cause them to act out in a dangerous way. It's also less shocking to readers when they come across the negative content.
I think it's important to issue them, but as for the response to them, there's not a lot you can do if you're upset by these things - it's A-level and you've chosen English literature, there will obviously be upsetting things as there is in all A-levels.
I think they are useful as some students may relate to scenes or are easily upset by them.
They are useful because they can prevent people from getting upset.
They are useful because everyone has their own triggers so it is important to provide content warnings to make sure a student isn't triggered.
They are useful to other students if they have trauma from topics like suicide, but generally in dramatic Shakespeare fights and murders they aren't as necessary as the deaths are often very farfetched.
I think they're useful with certain topics (Ophelia's suicide) for example, and should be used with younger students because the touchy subjects of the plays can become the only focus.
Useful to prepare for a lesson which might be heavy though at times could be excessive.
Yeah, they could be useful to certain students.
Yes they are as it is great when teaching younger generation.
Yes, because they give students a warning and tell them which is happening next, whether that will effect the students or not.
I think for younger students they may be useful but for our age I don't think the context is heavy enough but I don't mind either way.
I think they are useful as it allows student who do not particularly enjoy violence or might even have traumas to be aware of what they are watching and allow them to stop watching or reading on if it is too difficult for them.
I don't think they are particularly useful because there's expectation when studying Shakespeare that there's probably violence in it. When you choose to study literature, you're choosing to be ok with that. But it may also be helpful to have a forewarning so you know what's ahead.
Content warnings could be useful for some people, I don't mind if they are used or not as I don't find the scenes upsetting.
I think they can be quite useful to prepare people for what they are reading, just in case it could be difficult to process.
I think it's useful to include content warnings in education because it prepares you for what you are going to read but it is also effective for those who may be triggered by this topic.
Most schools do not use content warnings. I personally believe that content warnings are good for students to be aware of what will be in the particular book.
I think they're useful to a degree, as people have a pre-warning but they all still have to read it as per the curriculum
They can be useful because there may be one or more people that this sort of content may be upsetting for and if the majority don't find it upsetting it won't hurt just to make everyone aware.
I feel that they are, as we never know what someone else has experienced in their lives. What if a student has experience with attempted suicide then reads Hamlet unaware of the content? It could be traumatic for them.
I think they are useful, as many students are different in the way in which things they consume, and certain topics may be difficult to discuss/be exposed to, due to personal issues, therefore content warnings are needed for the weelbeing of the consumer.
I feel they are useful if someone is sensitive to certain depictions, however I have never felt the need to receive content warnings.
They are useful in a way as you can mentally prepare yourself to get ready for what you are going to study.
They give us an inisght into what was actually going on in the scene and to prepare for what would come later in the play.
I think that they are useful to an extent as the teachers tell you to expect them, but they still make you read through the chapters/acts even if it triggers bad memories/experiences.
I think they are somewhat useless as I need to read the whole play to understand it - even if I am upset by the content. It also takes away the experience of being a first time reader as they are forewarned about violent events.
I believe they are very useful as there are definitely people that would be upset by certain things they read/see and it's goof they're warned.
I think they can be useful, but for instance if someone has had a close one murder the child [?] can't just not study that book because it's part of the curriculum.
Yes I think they could be useful for many people who may have trauma from the contents discussed. They can then prepare themselves for what they are going to read or choose to not read it at all.
They can be useful as it tells you what to expect however it can also ruin the story for you as you know what's going to happen.
I think they are useful, as they prepare you for what is to come.
I think they are useful as they give people who may need a warning/not be comfortable reading/watching certain things time to notify a teacher or just generally warn them.
I think content warnings should most definitely be advanced due to high suicide rates and increasing people being affected by them and having families affected by suicide it can be very upsetting for younger audiences in the modern generation.
I feel they are useful to prepare anyone sensitive to specific topics, yet due to modern media and the exposure shown with no content warnings I don't believe it is useful as its not shown on everything.
I think content warnings are useful when a piece of media is being watched (e.g. a film) and it's graphic. I don't find it (personally) as necessary for written media.
I think they're useful as it's just a brief insight on what we are about to learn/discuss - what to expect.
Teachers have never really given a content warning within my lessons or only briefly in passing or to say this might upset you but rarely more than once. I think they can be useful to those who are sensitive to violence.
I think they are useful not necessarily for violence like wars or murders, just more for suicides and domestic abuse that people are more often exposed to and can find distressing.
I think they are useful as each person is independent - what may not upset one person may upset another: content warnings give people the chance to understand if they will be okay with seeing it.
I think in certain unique situations they are useful but only rarely/used sparingly. An overuse would make it difficult to discern if content is disturbing in actuality.
I think that they are useful as a warning for those who may have experienced that level of violence and may be triggered by it.
I think it is very rare for content shown in schools to need a content warning, as the texts we do in literature are trelatively tame and inoffensive. But are useful if needed.
I think they are useful if you have more sensitive students or students who may experience domestic assault related things especially in school. However I don't personally benefit from them.
I think they're quite useful in case someone in the class is sensitive to those sorts of things.
I can understand why they should be used at schools as it could have triggering content.
I personally don't find them useful however I think they are necessary for other people and circumstances to give any warning for something that may upset them personally.
I don't believe they're useful, because they don't change the fact that you study the play, so I don't really see the purpose.
Content warnings are useful in schools. As someone with no past experience of violence, I do not feel a need for them myself, yet understand they are useful to those sensitive to the themes in Shakespeare's plays.
They're useful to students who are sensitive or who have experienced death first hand.
They are extremely useful and there should be some way for students to leave the rom when violence is being discussed, especially for a younger classroom. You never know what could trouble a child or get them curious - a child unaware of the circumstances or meanings behind the violence may google and stumble upon very gory things.
Yes but maybe not for Shakespeare. This is because Shakespeare needs to be analysed + interpreted before understood. Content warnings for the Bloody Chamber however may be good because stories like The Snow Child are very sexually violent and may bring up trauma.
No really, students can always leave the class if needed but it is better to have content warnings just at the chance that it could trigger someone.
I think they're useful especially for people who may well become upset by some of the content.
I think content warnings prepare people into learning about the things such as murder, preparing them for what is to happen.
Yes but without the scenes it's hard to fully grasp the violence of the play.
I think they can be useful as everyone deals with violence differently and it gives them choice if they want to watch it.
I think they are useful as they allow the audience to know if there will be something that upsets them, so they can leave before it appears.
No I don't think they are useful - allow students to have an easy escape from the texts being covered.
I think content warnings are useful to prevent any mental distress from those who suffer it.
Useful, in case someone in the class can be affected by the plays.
They can be useful as its good for students to be aware and prepare for certain upsetting and potentially distressing topics.
Personally I feel I would benefit for warnings of suicide as it is a personal struggle for me. However, considering that I am already aware of the type of content that I am studying, I do also view it as somewhat irrelevant.
I think they are useful as they give everyone as insight on the content that is included and it gives the people who may be sensitive towards certain topics a warning.
I think they are useful because you have time to prepare yourself. Without the warnings, the violence may be surprising and I think it could make it more disturbing.
I think they can be useful for certain students, as it can make more comfortable/prepared for what they may see/read.
I think when looking at imagery, or literature that is quite graphic or descriptive it could be useful.
They are useful, as it helps people stay away from content that may trigger them and cause them harm.
I think they would be useful for certain topics as violence can lead to people being upset. It would also come as less of a shock.
Yes I do feel that they are useful as students may be sensitive to certain topics and it helps to be warned that the topic is coming up.
I think that they can sometimes be useful particularly if a subject (such as suicide) is upsetting in any way, but I don't think they should be excessive.
Not useful for me particularly but if other people benefit from them then they are useful.
It's probably useful for people who feel triggered by topics like suicide or violence. As they knew how to prepare themselves if needed.
They might be useful to some people but I have never been or known anyone to be effected by the content that is given warnings for.
Useful - helpful for those who struggle around these issues to be able to avoid them.
I think they are useful for certain people who are sensitive to certain forms of violence.
I do because serious topics can be deeply delved into without prior knowledge, if no warning is present, and censored topics could cause mental or physical harm to people, potentially.
If necessary - for Shakespear, personally I don't find the cause of form of violence to be relevant and therefore I don't find it necessary to give a content warning.
I think they're useful if a student has an aversion to the sight of blood or violence, however if tragedies are taught at school, students should expect, given the period in which they are set, that there will be violence.
I don't think they are necessary as students need to be exposed to this sort of violence and upsetting scenes in order to understand the play and the ideologies of society in the context in which it was made.
I think they are helpful as they allow students to prepare for any themes they might find upsetting and gives them a chance to bow out if they don't think they can handle it.
I think for certain topics they're useful, eg. the mentions of rape in some plays. However, studies have found that trigger warnings can have a more negative effect and people read anyway. I think they're good but not when overused.
Yes I do think content warnings are useful because some parts of the play could be triggering to others.
They can be useful for students who may have certain triggers that could potentially upset them when reading/viewing Hamlet's material. In order for them not to become upset.
I don't think they are useful, I feel as they are unnecessary as when your reading books/plays set in different times it should be expected.
I think they're useful to some extent because whilst they warn the audience, they don't state to what extent the violence will be.
I think they're useful because it makes students aware of things in the play that could upset them.
I think they are useful as they allow students to prepare for scenes they are about to watch. Allows opportunity to avoid watching.
They're useful if the things we are reading/watching is bad but the majority of the time it's fine.
Content warnings are useful as they warn people of disturbing content although it should be recognised the the disturbing scenes exist if they are not watched specifically.
I personally am not bothered if they're used or not, if anything it gives it away, but I know they're useful for other people.
They are useful as things can be triggering and upsetting for people or uncomfortable to discuss.
Useful, some students can be upset or triggered, it is important for them to be given a forewarning to emotionally prepare themselves.
Useful because people can choose to leave during parts that are too aggressive for them.
I feel that for certain topics they are good, like sexual abuse or anything of that nature. Yet violence is a common theme in many stories so shouldn't need one.
No, they scare people into thinking Shakespeare is about violence.
I would say it should depend on the play and the extent and amount of violence in them e.g. Titus Andronicus wuld need one, whereas I would say Hamlet does not.
They are useful but not within Shakespeare as Shakespeare isn't bad enough to need a warning.
In some cases I do believe content warnings are useful because in High Schools where students don't have a choice to learn about these plays, they students may have triggers that are within the books. However, when studying topics such as the Gothic at school there are bound to be triggers and touchy subjects.
They are useful because it helps students be aware of what they are going to read or see as some are going to be upsetting.
I think they're useful because it ensures if everyone is comfortable.
I think they are useful for those that need them especally if books or movies contain upsetting and traumatising topics, they aren't patronising if the topic is extreme.
I think they're should be content warnings for the death and violence that occur during the play.
I think they're useful because they could be triggering and the student might chose to do something else/prepare themselves.
Personally, I think they're appropriate in schools but only in certain context. I don't think Shakespeare requires this as the violent scenes aren't troubling.
Yeah I suppose for people who need them.
I don't think they're useful as you're going to have to study the plays anyway unless you change subjects.
Personally, I don't think school need a content warning for things we do in lesson and I don't think they are useful.
They're useful as things shown could be triggering to some viewers.
I feel like they are appropriate, people's triggers can be small or big, and can be triggered by anything. Adding trigger warnings will avoid emotional distress or harm in any form - whether a person is visibly affected or silently affected.
When given content warnings, they do provide an indication on whether I would feel comfortable to view/read whatever the warning is about.
Yes, they are useful. But the line between what is violent and what isn't is completely subjective and personal to an individual.
I think they should be mentioned as a warning or 'heads up' to certain students who may be more vulnerable to things like suicide and murder but it shouldn't NOT be taught because of a few exceptions.
They are useful and will help people out and warn them. I feel happy by warning as I am worried.
They are useful for particularly triggering topics/scenes such as suicide but are not always necessary.
No, because they are to be analysed not criticed.
They are useful but I rarely see them applied, which limits their usefulness.
I think they are useful as some people may feel upset about certain parts of the violence so they should have the right to skip that part.
I feel as though some triggers should be addressed, but not continually.
They're useful as some people may be affected in a way by the topics.
They're useful for if anyone is sqeemish and doesn't like them type of things as a whole.
Yes - content warnings are important to ensure students are comfortable.
Are useful. Some people may be sensitive to certain topics which others might not be.
I feel like they may be useful in schools as some people may get triggered.
I tend to find content warnings useful in general but in school teachers tend to somewhat mock/take warnings not serious.
I don't feel they are overly useful to me personally. They just warn a person, not avoid it, but I have not suffered any sort of issues that could trigger it.
They are useful because you can prepare yourself.
I don't find them useful because I knew what happened in the books before I read them.
Yes, some people may have past experiences with violence that can be triggering.
I feel they are useful to a certain degree when viewing videos of violence or discussions of sexual assault however with a book or play I find it unnecessary.
I think they are useful as if particular students have trouble which gory or violent scenes, they should be warned before studying it.
I think they are useful because it provides information to people that might be sensitive towards a subject.
I think they are useful because it gives the students a sense of the play before they read/study it, giving them a sense of the violence within the play.
I think they can help to understand what emotions a scene may contain but they are not deeply impactful on my learning experience.
They aren't used as often as they probably should be, but when they are they are a useful head up into what we should be expecting.
I think they're useful for those who are quite sensitive to certain material, but overall I don't think the scenes are gruesome.
Not to sure, due to the fact that I didn't have any feelings of distress, but I can understand that other peole may have.
I do believe that the use of content warnings are useful for many students as some themes such as suicide or sexual assault are very personal and emotional.
They are useful, in my opinion, as they clearly indicate beforehand what will occur as the play/book progresses. Indicates early which gives the reader a warning.
I feel in younger years they are useful as children aged 11 may not be comfortable, but I think the reader should still study the text despite it, a content warning simply gives an individual time to process & if there is a particular trauma happening in their life similar to in the play/book which could trigger I feel that is a warning they should have.
Specificaly for Shakespeare, violence goes hand in hand with his writing. I believe to read/see Shakespeare to not expect violence would be a bit naive so I don't think content warnings are neccesary. But for more sensitive topics such as sexual assault I think content warnings are good.
I think for most people, content warnings aren't completely obligatory but for some students they may be appropriate for ethical reasons and for potential harm to students - maybe personal experience/sensitive to that type of content.
I think that they may as well be given as it is does not require much effort although it is not always necessary and where it is, it is only necessary for some.
I think that they are useful, especially for students, especially younger, who may feel triggered by the content that is about to be discussed, just to give them time to prepare.
I believe that they are useful if there are any people that are particularly sensitive, but with Shakespeare these warnings and scenes are expected.
I feel that, due to peoples ranging acceptance of upsetting themes, in the Shakespearean content, its safer to premise with a content warning.
I feel as though, for certain students, content warnings can be very useful. Some heavy subjects are so prominent in Shakespeare's plays, that it is definitely useful to prewarn students before studying. Especially if they have suffered from traumatic events.
I think that content warnings can be useful, especially in situatiomns where a topic can bring up bad memories however for Shakespeare plays I don't think the content is especially disturbing enough to issue content warning.
I feel content warnings can sometimes spoil the ending/twists of a text. I can appreciate that they can be useful, but I see no need for them when looking at Shakespeare.
Yes, people may find scenes that are suicial or violent as triggering because there may be things occurring at home in their personal lives that would set off.
They may be useful in disclosing that a sensitive/shocking topic may come up, but they are not always necessary.
They are useful because different people are affected by different things and it is important to cater to everyone.
Dependent on if the violence studied is real life, for instance watching clips from real happenings. I am particularly sensitive to violence yet my emotional response to Shakespeare's plays are far from the same as what I feel watching Shakespeare.
Yes, but only with actual sensitive topics and proper violence - not Shakespeare's.
Yes, sensitive scenes in the plays are detailed and gory.
I think content warnings are useful as they mean students who may be upset by certain topics or themes are prepared for them to appear instead of being surprised and then getting upset in front of a class.
No, I don't believe it is a necessary precaution as the texts have been studied for a vast amount of time without trouble so why the need for sudden change.
I think it's useful for watching the film of them, because it's visual + maybe graphic - but not necessarily for books/play writing.
I think they would be useful, especially when discussing suicide and murder. The school also does not know what a student may find upsetting.
I think that they are useful as some people might be more sensitive to certain topics.
I think they are useful depending on the topic. A fight scene wouldn't need one imo, but topics such as mental health/illness would.
I think they're very good - personally, especially because my brother attempted suicide. It is important for me and my mental health as I am able to prepare myself appropriately, For example, assemblies in mental health. Content warnings are useful for all pupils, no matter where they stand mentally.
Yes, because it can prepare students for uncomfortable contents & also provide them with the opportunity to leave the room if needed.
Yes, I think they're useful as I can mentally prepare for the topic or sit out of it if need be for personal topics that upset me.
They're not that useful since we need to study the text as a whole/in depth regardless.
I think they are useful as the plays are taught to a wide rangeof ages who all handle sensitive topics in different ways.
I do think they are useful, as many themes tackled in liteature etc (eg suicide in R&J) could be triggering for some students, who may wish to be excused from particular lessons in advance.
They could be useful, especially when teaching Shakespeare to younger students. I don't feel particularly strongly about them.
They're very useful if a pupil has had similar experiences, general violence on its own is a sense of reality and is less likely to be personal to a student.
They are useful especially as there is such a wide range of students being taught this content and it is useful when allowing students to filter their input.
Yes, but most of the time Shakespeare's plays aren't particularly explicit and dark themes aren't as applicable to modern times.
Not necessarily concerned about content warnings.
Not for me. Maybe for some people. But if thats what were learning about we should watch it/read it none the less. Its Shakespeare not The woman in black.
Yes they give them when we are doing wider curriculum - which is once a fortnight, when the teachers talk about things that aren't on the curriculum.
I do think that these are useful as there could be people that are extremely bothered about particular parts. So it was good to let them know what to expect or give the option to not take place.
I think they are useful as it allows students to mentally prepare for scenes they may find upsetting or disturbing.
Content warnings aren't often used in school, only to discuss topics such as suicide or mental health. These would be useful to younger students when studying violent plays.
I think that the content is too implied/expected to be given a warning.
Due to modern media, I don't think students would be affected by the issues raised in Shakespeare's plays.
I don't think that they are relevant or useful. They patronise the students. We aren't five. At the end of the day its a book.
Useful towards pupils with special needs.
Didn't get used, (Teacher laughed at me) (She didn't actually)
There isn't any as the teachers believe we aren't all snowflakes.
There not used. They only say if it may be a sensitive topic.
Yes, because people are more vulnerable than others so a consent warning would always be useful.
I think there useful, as some students would not like the violence and language in the play.
I don't feel therye needed as it will not affect me
We don't get them but I don't really mind, it does not bother me
Useful for certain content such as blood, gore, sexual violence. the plays violence is rather tame so there isn't much need for conetnt warnings.
It doesn't effect me as I don't care about violent scenes. They also don't ask us.
Useless as it doesn't matter, as I need it to pass.
Not useful, I don't feel any need for them
I think it is nice to use content warnings so we are not shocked when we see it however I don't believe that are completely needed when reading. It depends on the content.
Yes if it's actually disturbing (graphic)
No I do not think that it would be necessary as if by the time you are in High school you should be old enough not to be offended and triggered.
It depends what they are talking about. Some are worse than others and some can be inappropriate. I don't care though.
Not really - most kids don't care and the content still stays the same, we still have to study it. What's the point?
They are useful so everyone knows what to prepare for and it helps the right people to avoid having a panic attack.
In some circumstances they may be useful, however if it is used too frequently people may be less likely to know a serious content warning to one that is not as much.
I feel for content that could upset people it is necessary but for fight scenes it wouldn't be as they aren't particularly graphic.
I think they are useful for students that cannot handle extreme violence or language. It is always good to give a warning before a heavy hitting book is read so students know what they are about to read.
I think they're useful because I know some people can get triggered/upset from personal subjects, especially if they are neurodivergent.
Useful for people that might have had similar experiences.
I feel they should be included, but they don't do much in terms of stopping you from actually engaging in the content.
I think that they are not useful a majority of the time, especially if they are broad. But if they are more specific, I feel that they can be useful because they alow pupils to prepare for what they will read.
I think they're important, as everyone is different and I have seen people in my class get upset in class, and it feels like if there was a trigger warning it could have been avoided.
I feel they can be useful for some people who may not like violence that much but personally they don't seem useful to me as I think the things we study don't always have enough of the contents for a content warning.
They can be useful for sensitive subjects but I don't think these are portrayed in detail/vividly unless its a play/film.
I think theres no harm in putting content warnings
Yes, they can be useful in certain people
We don't really have content warnings unless slurs/swearing is mentioned
I think content warnings are useful because they can warn pupils and prevent uncomfortableness in a learning space. However, I do not think I lacked anything in my studies by not having content warnings.
I think that for some people who are more sensitive about certain issues they're beneficial, but generally I'm fine without them.
I think they are useful as teachers don't often know everything about each student, so I would consider it respectful to give prior notice.
I have rarely been given content warnings, I think its useful when discussing disturbing topics.
They can be very useful as they can prepare individuals that find such issues triggering.
They're useful, people may ne sensitive to the topics discussed/have trauma about it.
I've never found content warnings important in or outside of school as they'd never stop me from consuming whatever media. In school, I don't feel like there's any point in content warnings, because we have to study the material anyway, we can't opt out (especially if it is content we will be examined on).
I think they are redundant if you have prior knowledge of the play. I don't require them but I understand some students would want/need them.
Yes they are because if a sensitive topic comes up then you can not participate or not read.
I think they are useful in certain occasions to prepare students who are scared of certain scenes/violence.
I don't personally care, but if people have trauma then maybe.
Unuseful because we'd end up studying that play anyway.
They are useful, you never know what people have gone through
I don't think it's necessary for Shakespeare.
I don't think they're useful, it ruins the effect of the literature.
They are useful so people can be warned on what they're reading.
Useful to warn students of particular scenes
Useful to prevent people reading material they are uncomfortable with.
I think they should be used as the content and the topic may be sensitive to certain individuals.
Not useful - we are going to read/see/analyse the content anyway.
I don't think I've ever had content warnings from school, only inside actual published books or media.
Yes - some people will feel more affected than others
In cases where the violence is graphic, detailed or specific yes it's needed.
It can be - it helps others know when they can leave the room (makes others feel safe?)
I think they can be useful in order not to trigger or traumatise students if it is a sensitive topic for them.
I think theyre useful but I don't know how often people actually use them.
Useful - takes into consideration of student's wellbeing. However, usually I've seen we all don't really care/mind.
Don't have much of an opinion, can be useful in the rare cases where someone might feel upset/triggered.
I have never been given one but I think they can be useful to those who are impacted by violence etc. But only if they are given an option to leave, otherwise there's no point in a content warning.
Yes, some scenes may be triggering for certain readers, so the content warnings can make sure every reader/viewer feels comfortable.
They are useful, different individuals might have unpleasant personal experience to sensitive content, warning them to let them have a choice of avoiding is good.
I think they are useful as they allow students to prepare themselves for emotionally difficult topics.
Sometimes they are but they can sometimes ruin the effect.
I think that content warnings are useful particularly for heavy subjects e.g. suicide.
I think they can be useful so if someone has experienced something traumatic or has struggled with mental health they are aware.
I think they are useful as they can warn people who might get upset about certain topics and allow them to prepare themselves.
I think they're useful for people who may get upset by stressful scenes of violence.
I think they are useful especially if you may have an experience/memory that may be upset/triggered by the violence.
They are useful in case people get triggered/scared.
I think they could help for certain individuals but personally I think I do not need them.
I don't know if they are useful as it [illegible] what could happen, however they are needed.
I think they are useful just to make people who find this content disturbing aware of what will happen.
I feel like they are only useful in real life situations.
They can be useful as some people may be sensitive to violence/similar topics.
I really couldn't care less. I don't think they would really be useful or needed.
They could be useful for students who get triggered or feel uncomfortable when reading about violence.
They can be useful as it creates a safe environment where students can be comfortable and knowledgeable of the play's contents.
I don't think so, unless the topic os very serious or somebody requests them I don't see why they would be necessary.
I think they are useful for younger people like year sevens.
It is useful to know what you will read.
Not useful as we have to study the book regardless, could spoil book/plot and Shakespeare is famous.
Some people are traumatised and sensitive to things, I think it would be beneficial.
Some novels we study in English - we are given content warnings - but I think they're not useful - makes me more worried.

For people who do not need them, they can be accepted and respected, and for those who do, it could be incredibly helpful and much appreciated.
I personally don't need them but I feel like they help other people so much that it only makes sense to have/include them.
I would like to be warned because I don't want to be caught off guard and perhaps be shocked, disturbed, isolated and upset heavily by not being aware.
Most plays do contain violence but its easier to enjoy the play when you don't know what to expect.
Some things make me uncomfortable and I don't want to see them without preparation.
I know to prepare myself or pick the best time for me to read the play so that the scenes of violence won't affect me so much as they potentially could at another time.
You'd want to know what's in the material. Plus, you can find out when the violence is in the play.
I can emotionally prepare or even avoid the scene of violence.
As I think if there are scenes that might be upsetting, you are able to prepare yourself.
I feel that if one was put in place, you know what will happen prior to watching/reading a play.
I was torn between the two answers, however, there is no harm in giving a content warning to somebody who doesn't require one, whereas if you are not given one, it could greatly impact one's mental health.
Because you are aware of the nature of the content, a scene of violence may cause more upset if the reader is not aware of it before reading the play.
I want to read and experience the content the way it was to be experienced.
If the scene is personally upsetting to me I can emotionally prepare myself for it, or choose to not listen/read it.
Reading is more or less about escaping one reality into another. Although some topics may be seen as sensitive, I am of the belief that we should be open-minded when experiencing what someone else has written. Can you have an opinion on what you don't understand? I think this is down to individual interpretation.
It doesn't personally bother me I've read a lot and feel like I can handle things without a warning though understand others may need one.
It just provides a warning and prepares for scenes that may be particularly graffic or violent
Scenes of violence are majorly prevalent in most modern media and therefore the larger percentage of the population are unmoved by the violence.
Makes it more interesting as you don't expect it.
I don't mind violence in plays, as long as it enhances the plot and isn't counterproductive.
I think its important to be in the right mindset before learning about upsetting themes (if you're already upset you don't want to learn about violence and suicide at that moment).
Because they are useful to be able to prepare yourself for something upsetting that may happen.
Knowing what to expect makes the violence less shocking, destroying the writer's desired response.
Personally, violent scenes don't affect me.
I think they're useful for students of a certain age but older students have more than likely read or watched more violent productions and it does become patronising.
The violence of a play has never been graphically described enough to warrant a warning.
Those who feel anxious are allowed time to prepare. or just anyone who may feel affected.
Prepares you for what you'll read if it's a very graphic scene.
I personally don't see it as a big deal but I understand why people would: religious reasons, [illegible], etc.
So the plot of the story is not ruined before I read it.
I don't really mind, doesn't feel like that big of a problem for me.
I would generally prefer to be given a content warning before I read a play that contains scenes of violence as it allows me to feel alert and comfortable.
I don't have a preference but I wouldn't say that it is necessary for me personally. I can usually make a judgement about whether there's violence or not by the author, title or synopsis so it changes nothing.
Because I'm not really affected by minor violence.
I don't mind if a content warning is given or not.
It might be useful for my peers in they struggle with harsh topics.
Because I would rather know about the severity of the scene to prepare myself mentally instead of experiencing it without knowing cause it can throw me off when learning.
Especially if the content might be upsetting to some students. It allows them to prepare the content and also give them a chance to step outside.
Certain scenes contain strange, or more horrific, forms of violence like child death or sexual abuse.
Because scenes of violence don't really upset or bother me if its in a play that isn't real.
It gives me a brief understanding of the key concepts of the item I am reading so that I can know what I might be reading before I actually read it.
Because I do not want to be given metaphorical whiplash when pedophilia or sexual assault show up in a book I'm reading - need to be prepared for that.
I feel indifferent, many plays are famous for some scenes concerning violence or other things.
As I feel that a lot of violence in Shakespeare plays are for dramatic affect.
It allows me to understand what is actually going to happen during the play.
Some violence may be triggering to students who have had traumatic experiences.
It takes away the first time experience and emotions that the author wanted to convey when wrighting violent scenes.
Even though I am not bothered by scenes of violence, it is nice to be warned and expect them.
I think it's good to know if there is anything that may cause harm to the audience.
Not for myself but for other people so long as they can prepare themselves.
Because overall it doesn't bother me however it may be upsetting for others if not.
Because it prepares me for what is to come and to make sure that I am aware of what I am saying in case others may find what I'm saying triggering.
As it would give other students in class who may need a warning chance to get one.
Content can be disturbing and trigger ptsd or past trauma within certain students which can be detremental to their mental health and well being.
Due to certain topics shown it may have trigger warnings.
On a personal level, I don't feel the need for a content warning. However others with different mental health or life conditions might find them more useful.
I don't really mind but for plays that have really graphic things it would be necessary to know + prepare beforehand.
I am not particularly sensitive to violence.
I think yes for more common things in society as already addressed, suicide, domestic abuse, etc. But not needed for wars, people dying.
I don't feel they impact my decisions or opinion on that scene.
I feel as though depictions of violence doesn't effect me because of the amount of real world violence in media.
Unless it is specifically upsetting or trigger worthy.
I think it's better to be aware than not - in case you see something that may act as a trigger, that if you were prewarned would would able to prepare or remove yourself.
Because if you get given a warning you can more easily avoid reading that part which then avoids someone potentially getting upset.
I don't really have a response to violent scenes negatively especially if it serves as a plot for the book/play.
I think it is good just to understand the type of book it is and also in case it is something in particular thar I want to read.
I don't believe that the scenes of violence would particularly upset/affect me, so there would be no need.
I myself have no sensitivity to issues mentioned within Shakespeare.
Helps me emotionally prepare, sometimes I just don't feel in the mood for violence!
So I can prepare myself or take myself away from the situation if I'm not in the correct mental space.
I personally don't mind but others might. I also don't find them necessary for Shakespeare plays considering they don't tend to be as explicit.
Because content warnings can be helpful to some people so it is better to give the warning for the majority.
I'm not really bothered emotionally by the content.
I chose yes because of the toll that it can take on your mental health and also it can bring a sense of trauma to the reader.
I'm personally ok with violence and blood but others may not be. We had a boy faint in my high school class when he saw blood.
Most plays don't contain traumatising scenes so I don't really need a warning.
I think it is good to have a warning even if it may be a bit repetative if you are studying a lot of sensitive texts.
Text was written for a reason, so should be learned about.
I don't feel the need for a warning, but one should be given for others well being.
Its more respectful for everyone else in the class.
Most of the time, I am aware of what I'm in for. Furthermore, it does personally immerse me more to approach something somewhat unaware.
So I can prepare myself in case I have a strong emotion towards certain violence.
To have the opportunity to prepare myself so I don't find any of the content more distressing than it needs to be.
A brief introduction to strong themes may be useful for others however I'm personally indifferent.
As I think that the content warnings could ruin the shock or the suddenness of the scene.
As violence is something that doesn't greatly impact me, so I don't need to be warned about it.
I think it depends on the type of violence eg. fight scene between Macbeth & Macduff is unlikely to relate to modern experience, but scenes with sexual violence or suicide should be warned about.
I don't feel personally effected by scenes of violence (especially in Shakespeare)
Because it doesn't affect me in any way if I watch a violent scene as I know it's acting.
Its a play so we are aware its not real, therefore not disturbing.
If it contains sexual violence I would like to prepare myself emotionally for what I am about to read,
I would like to know if there is anything extreme, but if it is not too bad then I don't mind no warning.
Because it gives warning to matters that could trigger someone.
Violence extricates me and I don't often become absorbed or anxious by it.
Because violence is an essential part of tragedy.
Because I think a factor of shock is useful in understanding the play and various characters within it.
I'd rather be aware of what might be coming so I know what to expect and wont be surprised when the scenes arrive.
General? Yes (e.g. 'may contain scenes of violence') but excessive warnings, no.
Scenes that contain violence don't really bother me or make me upset in any way, I just don't enjoy because I find it boring.
It is useful in case something I wasn't aware of that could trigger me is brought up.
So I'm not shocked when I see it. Also it's useful for when I want to watch something with family.
Because I don't think that the violence in the play is realistic enough to make me upset.
I think preparing for a scenes contents won't hinder a child in any way. so might as well.
Its unnecessary unless its gorey, but its a play so is not real at all unlike in movies where they can animate it.
It allows you to briefly prepare yourself before you watch/read the material especially if you have previously been a victim of something similar.
Because I'd expect it and my imagination wouldn't be sincere.
I don't get triggered by violence but others may so I understand the importance.
Certain scenes of violence can be distressing for the benefit of myself and other students.
To prepare myself in case its too violent
Violence is a common theme in most things nowadays, it is not as dramatic or shocking as it used to be.
I feel the study of Shakespeare depends on the entirety of his work; violence is always present in his plays.
Not with Shakespeare, but in other things yes, so I can emotionally prepare myself.
Because I personally am not affected by such topics.
Because then it's more upsetting if you're not expecting it.
Because it ruins the excitement of reading and discovering the story.
I feel it would give me a warning of what the play entails.
Violence within plays, for me personally, aren't that extreme.
It would help the students to prepare themselves if they have some trauma of the plays.
Because it helps people prepare for the content, it's like when you read a blurb to know what it's about.
I think it can be quite patronising, if you're studying a text in English lit it is common sense to expect violence/troubling scenes. Only about plain violence/other topics may require one.
Reading is less graphic than a film so no.
Violence isn't something that triggers me
I feel as if it could spoil the events in the play also violence scenes don't trigger me.
Due to potential triggers that could be seen.
Because certain subjects in any book can be triggering, then it's an individual's choice to read the book or not.
It removes the aspect of being surprised and reduces the reactions I may have had without knowing what was to come.
Unless it is extremely bad it is not needed (Shakespeare is nowhere near that bad)
Me personally I don't get upset, anxious or feel in any negative way before graphic scenes.
Others may be sensitive towards scenes of violence. no harm in providing a warning.
I like a surprise, hence I do not like spoilers.
Personally I have no concern for violent scenes in books, I find them more interesting and immersive rather than troublesome and traumatic.
You wouldn't want to watch something and not expect that there will be violence in this.
I am not particularly bothered by violent or graphic scenes.
Because it may derail how I view the play going into it.
More of a warning about what the scene contains can be useful.
I am not affected by violence in plays, however some people may be so I would prefer to have them for their benefit.
Some things can be shocking so I would like a warning to feel more prepared and to behave appropriately.
I personally don't mind violence in plays.
There is no I wouldn't mind if it wasn't shown. If given the opportunity for an extremely violent thing then yeah.
It ensures students are prepared to deal with difficult scenes or are able to leave if they can't deal with it.
Depending on the type of violence (e.g. physical violence) no as doesn't keep the element of surprise.
I picked no as scenes of violence don't affect me and I am neutral.
Because some types of violence may make us uncomfortable, children or not.
I feel it is expected in Shakesperian plays and is a key part of the stories, many of us already know about.
Because some people may be sensitive to the content.
Not really bothered. Reading violent scenes is less triggering or dramatic than watching it.
I don't find it necessary because the person doesn't actually get physically assaulted or [illegible].
I'm not troubled by violence, but I think its best for everyone to be warned just in case the content affects them.
Because certain scenes may be worse than first expected.
It helps give me an idea of what I am about to read, so that I am not shocked of any major violent scenes.
It allows me and others in the class to be aware of what may be coming up, however, this applies more heavily to films/plays.
Violent scenes don't particularly upset me.
Due to the fact that its like a book and not real life. And I believe if it puts you under distress you need to grow up.
I'm not heavily affected by what may occur as when I watch/read plays I always expect more sensitive scenes to occur.
It may trigger pupils so I feel its important to at least know of the violence beforehand.
For Shakespeare, violence is what a lot of his plays are shaped around so it's neccessary to expect violence.
Because I wouldn't be particularly bothered by themes of violence.
I think it leaves a degree of suspense, I'd rather not know the plot so that I can experience the raw emotions similar to what the audience would have felt.
I think that as an A-Level student studying literature, it's something that we should expect from the books and plays that we read, however I can see how warnings are beneficial to younger years.
I think they are unnecessary - they are expected.
I find that I'd rather have a content warning and not need it, then need it and not have it.
In some cases, I feel as though knowing that the play contains violent scenes before I've read it, would spoil it. I'd much rather not expect it.
For me, I don't think it would make a difference whether or not I receive a content warning.
I like to evaluate texts as I read them, knowing there is violence keeps me from looking for violence at every turn. It would prevent me from being surprised by the text.
In case of a personal event occurring, which would set it off. It would give people the choice not to watch it if uncomfortable and allow me to prepare.
It's clear that it is fiction in a novel, and it is less harmful as it is a reading rather than a visual, and it feels separate from reality.
Everyone has something they are afraid of/worried about.
Because it is a play not reality and nothing close to realism.
It's a play & doesn't go into much detail for Shakespeare, if it was more focused on yes but in texts we've explored warnings not needed.
Because you are prepared and know that certain issues are going to come across and can prepare and even leave the class if you want to.
I don't think it's necessary, creating a hastle over nothing. It's fictionally written violece with no intention to cause negative impact on mental wellbeing.
Personally, I am not affected however I understand that other people might be.
I like to prepare myself for what I am about to read. I am not a huge fan of not knowing.
As a society, we have been desentised to violence through films, video games, etc.
I don't think it's necessary, spoils what happens.
This is hard, because it ultimately depends the level of violence involved. If it is some fighting, no. But if the violence is more rigorous then you would rather be safe than sorry. During my GCSEs I was triggered by certain content in sociology, which led to counselling during my GCSEs leading to underperformance in some subjects.
Just in case a particular play has content that I'm personally not comfortable with or I find upsetting.
I think content warnings should be before individual scenes especially and definitely in regard to suicide and sexual assault.
Although they may not be too helpful, a warning is nice to understand the themes a text contains prior to reading it.
I personally am not impacted by violence in writing, although I certainly don't enjoy or seek it.
Even if I myself may not be affected by the material, others in my class may, and we should avoid undue emotional distress.
Scenes of violence do not really upset me, and i come to expect them when considering the play's context.
It redirects your focus on the play in the moment, you think too much about reading a short section of violence yet to come.
Not for me personally but for others with mental health conditions or other issues it can be very important. Normalising content warnings is very positive.
It can spoil the suspense and these plays contain little explicit violence description.
Not for Shakespeare, but for other scenes that involve violence - yes. Or books by other authors e.g. maybe 'A Streetcar named Desire' and the rape scene.
I wouldn't personally need one but I understand why others may. Maybe more useful for extremely graphic videos.
Because if you know that means its a spoiler. But it would be good for anyone who is dealing with that particular thing.
I am aware of what I should expect when reading
So that i can prepare myself instead of being blindsided.
As a sixth former, violent scenes don't effect me, but to younger students this may be beneficial. Rather than content warnings, other plays without violence can be studied.
A warning would make you expect what is going to happen and change your perspective than if nothing is said.
Content warnings take away from the surprizes in the play that Shakespeare intended to engage the audience.
I am mature enough to handle it and if we put content warnings on everything we wouldn't have any books without them.
Because I could not physically care less
I will not be affected by something i see in a book as it is not real
Because it could be underwelming when reading & possibly ruin a climax.
It can help you prepare for whats to come. And doesn't come as a shock.
I don't feel the need I will read it anyway weather I have one or not
It adds tension because we don't expect it.
I would only need a content warning if there was blood or gore, violence such as sword fighting doesn't need a content warning - Blood + gore do because they are phobias.
As I'm not paying much attention in the first place
Because I dont feel the need as its not deep its just a book/play
I think it was a waste of time to say to teenagers due to them seeing worse in other films.
I am fine with violence and the surprise when it occurs
As if you preper yourself for something this will not be how the writer intended it.
Unless you are particularly sensitive, its useless for the class.
Because I (personally) am not impacted by violent scenes because I see it in the media constantly.
I am not effected by violence in plays so personally I don't need one.
It is not harsh enough and is not a video or image so it is not enough for a content warning.
I wouldn't prefer a warning as the fights aren't graphic and if someone does't like it they can later express that.
Just as a procaution as I wil know what to expect. I don't mind violence but it is good to know.
I don't personally feel as if I get upset on many topics in media or I distance myself, and I don't like spoilers. But I understand others do need them.
I would rather not know if it was coming or not and I don't feel that being given one really helps in a school environment.
I personally would not mind if a play I read contained violence.
It just feels nice to be aware. Personally I don't mind too much, but yes for the sake of other people.
I personaly don't mind, but I think its general good practice to include them just in case.
Because for most of the plays I expect some form of violence or something like that.
Just in case, there's nothing bad about a warning if someone needs it and then a shcoking scene won't be so sudden in the moment.
Because I don't really mind if violence comes up or not - I don't mind knowing in advance.
I don't find it too disturbing and if I get a content warning then I'll know what's coming and I'd prefer it to be a surprise.
Just so I know what kind of book I will be reading
It depends how vague the warning is. If the warning is vague, like 'contains extreme gore' then that is useful to know.
I guess it is dependent on the violence, but having the prior notice could help give warning to others.
Not all violence is disturbing enough to need a content warning
Personally, I didn't find such violent scenes triggering and content warnings also usually act as spoilers for the plot that is about to unfold.
I don't feel like it adds anything to the experience + Shakespeare didn't intend for his plays to have content warnings.
I would rather experience it without any previous warning. The reason violence is used in theatre is to cause the audience to have a visceral response, there is no reason to change that.
Because everyone should be aware of violence that may be projected onto the screen or that may be read.
Books are on curriculum b4 you start - if you have concerns you can check them. Also, no spoilers I want to experience the plot.
Depends on the kind of violence but would be nice to get a warning
It ruins the effect of the literature. I don't see how Shakespeare is triggering. Safeguarding people prevents them from developing. BUT some exceptions.
Because the scenes in Shakespeare's books aren't extremely violent, they are fine.
I can make an informed choice about whether I want to read or not.
I wouldn't mind but I think it's necessary for maybe some people who might benefit from it.
I think it can prepare the audience so they are not shocked/confused.
Violence against women and children should have a warning but otherwise I'm not particularly bothered (unless cruelty/hate crime/gratuitous).
Depends on the context I'm being exposed to but it's good to be safe.
The violence read at school is not as detailed.
If you/I miss out those scenes, I may miss out the plot - Important for Shakespeare but it would still be good to have a warning.
I am not affected by violence emotionally
Shock factor, but wouldn''t really mind as violence is a broad term.
Just as a safety measure in case the scene is particularly upsetting.
It does not really have any effect on me so I don't care but it could be good for others.
I don't think I'd find the scene too distressing.
Just so reader would be expecting it coming up, avoiding jump scare.
I would like to know when emotionally difficult scenes will take place so I can prepare myself.
I don't feel I can be upset by scenes of violence.
Personally scenes of violence don't affect me, therefore a content warning would be unnecessary for me.
It is fiction and I have not had any extremely violent events happen to me to trigger an emotional response.
I could have an idea of what could happen.
I would not normally feel negatively impacted by them.
It isn't something that affects me personally.
As I said, I couldn't care less, and also it ruins the suspense.
I think it can spoil the violent scenes, as we will know they are coming, and then be thinking of the content warning during the scene.
Just in case the play is really violent I would want to be aware to prepare myself before reading on.
Because it I was sensitive to violence I could just research the play beforehand and ask my teacher.
I don't want any spoilers while reading.
As this would counteract from the suspense and tension and surprise of the action.
Have to study book, eye-opening/important books. Will find out anyway.
I don't find reading things disturbing, watching something with disturbing images is worse.
Because then I know what to expect and can prepare myself.
I do not feel uncomfortable reading about disturbing and gory scenes.
No content warning makes me enjoy the play - not be reminded of the reality of things.

I believe content warnings are helpful and doesn't catch the student off guard, by keeping them in the open. This is especially beneficial if the scene is a sensitive topic.
The content warnings should be brief without spoiling the plays.
I think content warnings are especially useful outside of studying - if i saw a book with a content warning of rape, I would likely not read it as I know it would upset me and therefore I have protected myself.
Content warnings should specify (e.g. rape/suicide, not be general as they aren't very useful if you don't know what triggering content there is.
Not particularly, I just see it as part of society which is included in Shakespeare's plays.
The violence in Shakespeare is not of our time and much of it is there to show a point to the audience or make them laugh at the absurdity of it.
I think it is not Shakespeare to blame but rather that all violence should have a content warning but violence [illegible]. Violence is not the issue but the surprise it can be.
I believe that this concept is down to lack of understanding and pushing forward one's individual interpretation, rather than understanding the context, intent and otherwise.
Violence is broad and it is important to be specific about how content would effect students.
I think that violence is a key element of Shakespeare, and by choosing to study it, you should understand that learning about violence is inevitable.
Shakespeare's more violent acts seem less personal to an audience since their using swords and poison whereas suicide is more impactful.
Violence in the plays of Shakepeare are good at educating students at how ruthless different time periods are.
It is typical for Shakespeare to write of violence I don't think a content warning would be useful in knowing new information.
Content warnings help a lot of students to prepare for what they may have to read/watch. Without them, a lot of people may become upset whilst reading/watching.
Content warnings should be more specific in a sense, because it might just say 'violence', but actually be pertaining to a sword fight, which the individual may be more inclined to view but may have been put off by the ambiguous term.
The violence within the plays of Shakespeare are important, they don't just add a sense of storytelling to the play they also add entertainment. They keep readers/watchers on the edge of their seats - forces the desired emotion from the audience.
The violence in Shakespeare plays are often already known about before reading/watching the play, particularly the history plays.
The violence in the plays of Shakespeare is that it always following something that has happened during the play.
The violence of Shakespeare plays always builds up a picture and usually links to something Shakespeare wanted to criticise.
I think content warnings are important for the whole play (Hamlet includes talk of suicide, rape etc) but should not be given scene by scene as it blocks first time impressions of scenes and characters.
I feel like in Shakespeare's plays violence is and should be expected but if someone doesn't know much about Shakespeare, they should be warned.
I think Shakespeare wrote the plays to shock audiences and I think they are there to be added to the plot, but I've read some books with violence in without warning and don't feel upset or unsettled/disturbed.
Making sure that people are aware of what warnings may include.
I think content warnings should be used for particularly sensitive topics like suicide, sexual assault/rape, rather than just general violence.
Content warnings should definitely be used within the school environment as most teenagers are going through a period of [illegible] to their mental health.
Although they are violent they don't always compare to violence we are exposed to in a lot of media such as news, films, TV, etc.
The only issue with content warnings is that it's difficult to predict what an individual may be triggered by. It's a very subjective subject.
I think in school/college more use of content warnings may prevent any distress and cause no harm by announcing it.
I don't think they should be overused - only when necessary.
I feel as though the main area of concern should be sexual violence.
I personally feel that the violence isn't bad however others may need a content warning.
I think content warnings create anxiety surrounding the play, creating more issues than they solve.
I believe violence within Shakespeare does need to be covered with a content warning due to the sensitivities of the audience, yet violence is a crucial part of the plot in some cases, and allows for the characters to proceed in the story and decline in mental wellbeing.
Content warnings need to be used more often so people become normalised to them - it'll help people understand what to do if they are in a headspace that may worsen by the content.
To conclude perhaps they would be useful because everyone's triggers are different. What may trigger one person may not trigger another.
The violence may seem appealing it is a way that harm is taught.
Shakespeare's work needs the violence and tragedy to create his darker work.
I find the violence in Shakespeare to be rather tame in comparison to the content I have witnessed in my life, so most of the acts of violence I am desensitised to, and even sometimes find comical.
I think the depiction of violence is extremely different in interpretations and content warnings may be more applicable to different adaptations than others so may be a case-by-case thing.
That content warnings should be required when the content is extremley graphic.
In plays I think we accept forms of dramatic scenes that may include violence.
Really important for there to be content warnings if there is sexual assault involved.
They often help build tension in a play.
It is essential to contextualise. It was not as shocking and it's a form of ESCAPISM.
Content warnings are seriously important as individuals may not want to read about someone experiencing things they have experienced themselves. The content could come as a shock or trigger an episode without a warning. Plus, if the warning is already there, more sensitive individuals will be able to decide quickly if they want to interact or not rather than spending hours searching for if it is safe.
Content warnings should be clear, descriptive of exactly what is upsetting - rather than just saying it may be upsetting.
It seems that violence is a key part of Shakespeare, and while there should be warnings about extreme violence in his work, the typical sword-fighting needn't be something about which students need to be forewarned.
I think some of the plays should not be read in schols (such as less than 16).
There are violence in books that are a lot worse that don't have content warnings.
No, but some more delicate subjects like suicide might effect others.
I think it is very difficult to find any of Shakespeare's stories that DON'T include violence is very difficult because of the violent nature of our history, so I think its perfectly reasonable to add a content warning but not remove the content from the curriculum.
I don't think it is particularly disturbing.
The violence adds a human element to it which is good, but there should be trigger warnings as a precaution for others.
Content warnings need to be declared more by teachers.
If used correctly, violence can help a storyline.
I think violence depending on genre is necessary.
It is usually contextually relevant and so should be treated as such.
When reading Shakespeare plays, I don't think that content warnings should be a necessity however if teachers would like to issue them then they should do withat they fit/deem appropriate.
Shakespearean violence has a disconnect from violence in real life, it should not be warned about as it is essential to the plot and understanding the play.
I think there's a difference between Shakespeare and violence on screen. On screen its depicted as reality.
Adds realism to the play and time period.
Although many scenes may not explicitly contain violence, the language often alludes to things like sexual assault etc and these kind of things could be included in a content warnings so people who may find the topic upsetting are prepared and it doesn't come as a surprise.
I don't think the violence in Shakespeare is too disturbing when reading it, but when it's seen on stage/screen it could be more disturbing.
Sometimes we forget, due to the archaic language, that Shakespeare's plays tackle issues of violence still relevant and potentially distressing today, so they are no less triggering than any other media. However, the poetic lanagueg means it feels more detached.
I think violence is a very broad category - some scenes of violence such as torture I would find uncomfortable and upsetting, whereas others like scenes of war and conflict I find more gripping.
Content warnings can sometimes take the attention on the play away - they should be clear but subtle, not in your face, just in a corner for a few seconds.
No. Content warnings should be normalised to allow selective input.
Not required for Romeo and Juliet, perhaps for Richard III.
I don't think content warnings should differ based on if its a man or woman or on skin colour. But specific themes like rape or suicide it may be better to have them.
Shakespeare is very tame and different things are considered wrong (Juliet's age) in modern times.
I think its fine at the age in study if you are not effected by stuff like that.
Shakespeare plays are tame with violence - Not as much with movie adaptations. Plays can only execute a certain level of violence without prosthetics.
It s a powerful tool which can leave a lasting effect on a reader.
No they are fine. No content warnings are needed.
No they were fine. Content warnings aren't needed.
It just depends how graphic the scene is whether you should use them (content warnings), I think Romeo and Juliet wouldn't really benefit from them, since it wasn't that bad.
If we change and censer the past and put warning in front of stuff the genrirations will go soft leaving the country vulrible to missinformation. When we do not like the truth and if missinformation prevails and wee loos freedomof speech this country will be no better than other otheritarian regims.
Shakespear isn't nearly the most violent play we read anyway.
I don't believe for violence it is necessary.
Not really, as even if there are content warnings, the plays are stil taught in schools & a content warning doesn't change that.
If people feel strongly for them then I suppose they should be applied.
Violence shouldn't determine a play's worth.
I don't think violence in Shakespeare is equivalent of the violence people experience today. It is a key part of his plays.
I don't believe Shakespeare includes particularly excessive violence, so I'm not really bothered by a lack of content warning.
Shakespeare isn't modern day so no one is really expecting it to be calm and non tragic.
Violence is sometimes a crucial feature of Shakespeares plays.