Act 1 Hamlet

Front

What is Laertes' advice to Ophelia?

Back

He warns his sister against falling in love with Hamlet.

Front

Why is Hamlet so upset?

Back

All of these cause Hamlet pain and sadness: His father recently died, his mother married his uncle, and the King and Queen tell him to get over it.

Front

How do Claudius and Gertrude view Hamlet's grief?

Back

FALSE, they both believe Hamlet has grieved long enough.

Front

Who is Hamlet's closest friend?

Back

Horatio

Front

What does Claudius tell Hamlet regarding his grief?

Back

King Claudius says that grief for a certain amount of time is acceptable, but it's been long enough, and you're overdoing it.

Front

What is the significance of Hamlet's soliloquies?

Back

They reveal his inner thoughts and struggles, providing insight into his character and motivations.

Front

How does Ophelia's relationship with Hamlet affect her?

Back

It leads to her emotional turmoil and eventual madness.

Front

What role does Polonius play in the lives of Ophelia and Laertes?

Back

He is their father and serves as a source of advice and control, often meddling in their affairs.

Front

What theme is explored through Hamlet's relationship with his mother, Gertrude?

Back

The theme of betrayal and the complexity of familial relationships.

Front

What does the ghost of King Hamlet represent?

Back

It represents unresolved issues, the call for revenge, and the theme of the supernatural.