How does the author's discussion of certain popular phrases and television shows help us understand Shakespeare's influence? A It shows that Shakespeare's work is influential enough to still affect the language we use and the shows that we watch. B It emphasizes how certain phrases and television shows are only popular because of their relationship to Shakespeare. C It shows how Shakespeare's original language and stories have been altered to the extent that we no longer consider them his. Dit suggests that we wouldn't have witty phrases or engaging televisions if it weren't for Shakespeare's influence.