Question

the purpose of paraphrasing shakespeares text is to make the language easier to understand; change the setting to modern day; outline the relations among the characters; correct possible mistake in the original plays

Explanation:

Shakespeare's language can be archaic. Paraphrasing simplifies it for better comprehension. It doesn't change the setting, outline character - relations, or correct original play mistakes as its main purpose.

Answer:

make the language easier to understand