Hamlet acts 4-5

At the beginning of Act 4, who did Claudius send to get Hamlet? Why?

• Polonius, to spy on his actions and report back to Claudius

• Laertes, to challenge him to a duel

• Ophelia, to convince him to return to court

• Rosencrantz and Guildenstern, get Polonius's body.

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Why does Claudius claim he has let Hamlet do as he pleases thus far?

• Because Gertrude dotes on her son, and Claudius loves Gertrude

• Because Claudius respects Hamlet as the future king

• Because Claudius loves Hamlet

• Because Claudius is afraid of Hamlet

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Why does Claudius believe he can't simply arrest Hamlet?

• Hamlet is too dangerous.

• Hamlet will kill anyone who comes after him

• As a prince, Hamlet cannot be punished

• Hamlet is too popular with the people

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What is the content of letters the King sends with Rosencrantz and Guildenstern to England?

• Claudius will make them his royal advisers.

• Hamlet will be killed by the British as soon as he reaches England.

• Hamlet has secret plans to marry Ophelia.

• Laertes is collaborating with Fortinbras to take over.

What did Hamlet decide after he met a captain in Fortinbras's army?

• He decided to join Fortinbras's army and fight for a piece of land.

• He chose to seek revenge on Fortinbras for leading a pointless war.

• He became more determined to avenge his father's death/act against Claudius

• He decided to leave Denmark and travel to France to escape his troubles.

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In what way is Laertes a foil to Hamlet?

• He is loving and concerned for his sister's well-being.

• He had a complicated relationship with his father.

• He has a strong sense of fairness and justice.

• He is vocal, zealous, and unswerving in his quest for revenge.

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Why was Ophelia singing? What contributed to her mental state?

• Celebrating her engagement to Hamlet.

• Expressing her joy about her brother Laertes' return.

• Mourning Polonius, coping with Hamlet's erratic actions.

• Preparing for a royal wedding and was excited about the festivities.

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Why does Laertes burst into the King's court room in Scene 5?

• He wants to stop Claudius from killing Hamlet, his friend.

• He wants to take Ophelia back home with him.

• He wants revenge for his father's death.

• There's an angry mob outside trying to kill the King.

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What does the letter Hamlet sends to Horatio say?

• Hamlet loves England and plans to stay there.

• Hamlet can't wait to return to marry Ophelia.

• Hamlet was kidnapped by pirates and is back in Denmark.

• Hamlet ran away from his escorts and is joining forces with Fortinbras.

What plan do the King and Laertes discuss to kill Hamlet?

• Laertes will kill Ophelia if Hamlet doesn't leave Denmark.

• Laertes will host an archery contest w/ poisoned arrows.

• Laertes will try to kill him in a duel, or if that doesn't work, Claudius will give him poisoned wine.

• Claudius will kill Gertrude if Hamlet doesn't leave Denmark.

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