Hamlet Act 1 Review

Front

Why does Marcellus think Horatio should speak to the ghost in Act 1 Scene 1?

Back

Horatio is a scholar and might know how to communicate with it.

Front

Identify the relationships between King Claudius, Queen Gertrude, Laertes, and Polonius in Act 1 Scene 2.

Back

Claudius is Gertrude's husband, Polonius is Laertes's father.

Front

What had Bernardo seen at a prior watch in Act 1 Scene 1?

Back

A ghost resembling the late King Hamlet.

Front

What does Claudius tell Hamlet in Act 1 Scene 2?

Back

To stop mourning his father's death.

Front

What was the cause of the death of Old King Hamlet as revealed in Act 1 Scene 5?

Back

Poison poured into his ear.

Front

What is the significance of the ghost in Hamlet?

Back

The ghost represents unresolved issues and the theme of revenge.

Front

Describe Hamlet's state of mind at the beginning of the play.

Back

Hamlet is grieving his father's death and is troubled by his mother's quick remarriage.

Front

What role does Polonius play in the court of Denmark?

Back

Polonius is the chief counselor to King Claudius and father to Laertes and Ophelia.

Front

How does Claudius justify his marriage to Gertrude?

Back

Claudius claims it is a political necessity and a way to stabilize the kingdom.

Front

What advice does Laertes give to Ophelia regarding Hamlet?

Back

Laertes warns Ophelia to be cautious of Hamlet's affections.