In what way does shakespeare's the tempest resist traditional genre classification?
a. the epilogue is a direct address to the audience
b. the setting in characters are mythical, but their struggles are realistic.
c. it includes romance and magic, but also murder plots.
d. it has themes of colonialism, but also themes of equality.

The Tempest incorporates comedy and romance with crime. Although not being successful, the murder plot on Alonso and the assassination attempt on Prospero adds crime-related theme to the genre. These murder plots are disclosed in a funny way which classifies the play as a comedy. The romance between Ferdinand and Miranda gives the play a romantic atmosphere. Additionally, Prospero uses magic to control other characters in order to achieve his goal - to become a duke. The correct answer is C.  

d understatement

the answer would be b.