Hamlet: A Study Guide

Who is the protagonist of the play Hamlet?

• Ophelia

• Macbeth

• Romeo

• Hamlet

Which character in Hamlet is known for his famous soliloquy 'To be, or not to be'?

• Polonius

• Laertes

• Hamlet

• Claudius

What is the main theme of Hamlet?

• revenge

• forgiveness

• betrayal

• love

What does the ghost of Hamlet's father symbolize in the play?

• Love and forgiveness

• Guilt and remorse

• Revenge and consequences of inaction

• Ambition and power

Which language was Hamlet originally written in?

• French

• Spanish

• German

• English

Where is the setting of the play Hamlet?

• Italy

• France

• England

• Denmark

Who is Ophelia in Hamlet?

• Ophelia is a servant in Hamlet.

• Ophelia is a character in Hamlet.

• Ophelia is Hamlet's mother in the play.

• Ophelia is the main antagonist in Hamlet.

What is the significance of the skull in Hamlet?

• The skull symbolizes revenge and justice.

• The skull represents death and mortality.

• The skull represents the decay and corruption of society.

• The skull signifies the inevitability of fate and destiny.

What is the role of the character Polonius in Hamlet?

• Polonius is the chief counselor to the king and the father of Ophelia and Laertes.

• Polonius is a close friend of Hamlet and helps him in his revenge plot.

• Polonius is a spy for the king and secretly gathers information about Hamlet.

• Polonius is a minor character who has no significant role in the play.

What is the famous quote from Hamlet that begins with 'Something is rotten in the state of Denmark'?

• Something is rotten in the state of Denmark

• Denmark is plagued by corruption.

• There is a foul stench in the kingdom of Denmark.

• Something smells bad in Denmark.