Question

Why does shakespeare use forshadowing

Answer 1

The use of foreshadowing creates a sense of irony. For example in Romeo and Juliet, the use of foreshadowing creates the general idea that the two lovers are "meant to be"

Answer 2

 Shakespeare's use of foreshadowing to let readers know that Romeo and Juliet are destined, as "star-crossed lovers," to fall in love and die .