Hamlet Review

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What strange event has happened twice at night near the castle?

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The ghost of King Hamlet has appeared.

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Why doesn't Hamlet kill Claudius when he is praying?

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He thinks if he kills Claudius while he is praying, Claudius will go to heaven.

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How did Claudius murder King Hamlet?

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By pouring poison into his ear.

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How does Hamlet use the play to his advantage?

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To prove Claudius's guilt.

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Who is left alive by the end of the play?

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Horatio.

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What is the significance of the ghost in Hamlet?

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The ghost represents the unresolved issues of the past and drives Hamlet's quest for revenge.

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What theme does Hamlet's indecision highlight?

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The theme of action versus inaction.

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What role does Ophelia play in Hamlet's life?

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Ophelia represents Hamlet's love and the impact of political intrigue on personal relationships.

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What is the main conflict in Hamlet?

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The main conflict is Hamlet's struggle to avenge his father's murder while grappling with moral and existential dilemmas.

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How does the setting of Elsinore contribute to the play?

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The castle of Elsinore symbolizes entrapment and the political intrigue of the Danish court.