👉 Precontrives are a type of prelude in the world of classical literature. In Shakespeare's plays, they are often used to introduce characters or events that will be explored in the main storylines later on. These precontrives can include introductions to characters and plot points that have not yet been fully developed in the play but are crucial for the overall narrative arc. Precontrives are typically introduced before or during a scene, as part of the initial exposition or introduction of the character, event
