Hamlet Flashcard

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Where is the university at which Horatio and Hamlet studied?

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Wittenberg

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How does Ophelia die?

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She drowns in the river.

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Which characters survive the play?

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Fortinbras, Horatio, and Osric.

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Where do Hamlet and Laertes fight during Ophelia’s funeral?

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Inside the grave itself.

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How did Claudius murder King Hamlet?

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By pouring poison into his ear.

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What is the significance of Wittenberg in Hamlet?

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It represents education and the pursuit of knowledge, as well as Hamlet's connection to the academic world.

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What role does Ophelia play in Hamlet's life?

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Ophelia is Hamlet's love interest, and her madness and death significantly impact Hamlet's character development.

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What is the theme of revenge in Hamlet?

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Revenge drives the plot, particularly Hamlet's quest to avenge his father's murder by Claudius.

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How does the setting of Elsinore contribute to the play?

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Elsinore, a castle in Denmark, symbolizes political intrigue and the oppressive atmosphere surrounding the royal family.

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What is the importance of the ghost in Hamlet?

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The ghost of King Hamlet serves as a catalyst for the action, prompting Hamlet to seek revenge.