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Who is the character that states, "It shall be so. Madness in great ones must not unwatched go."?

Back

Claudius

Front

Who says, "The lady doth protest too much methinks"?

Back

Gertrude

Front

What does Polonius believe is Hamlet's main issue?

Back

He thinks Hamlet is mad with love for Ophelia.

Front

Identify an example of a dynamic character in Hamlet.

Back

Hamlet is a dynamic character.

Front

What condition must be met for Hamlet's plan to succeed?

Back

Claudius must still have the capacity to feel guilt.

Front

Define a dynamic character.

Back

A dynamic character is one who undergoes significant internal change throughout the story.

Front

What is the significance of the quote, "The lady doth protest too much methinks"?

Back

It suggests that excessive denial can indicate the truth.

Front

Explain the role of Polonius in Hamlet.

Back

Polonius is the father of Ophelia and Laertes, and serves as a counselor to King Claudius.

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What is Hamlet's tragic flaw?

Back

Hamlet's tragic flaw is his indecisiveness.

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What does the term 'soliloquy' mean in the context of Hamlet?

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A soliloquy is a speech in which a character speaks their thoughts aloud, often while alone on stage.