Exploring Hamlet Act 2

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English
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11th Grade
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Hard
+17
Standards-aligned
Sarah Williams
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10 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is Polonius's plan to discover the cause of Hamlet's madness?
Polonius intends to send a letter to Hamlet's mother for insights.
Polonius's plan is to use Ophelia to observe Hamlet's behavior.
Polonius plans to confront Hamlet directly about his madness.
Polonius decides to hire spies to follow Hamlet around.
Tags
CCSS.RL.11-12.3
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does Hamlet's behavior change in Act 2 compared to Act 1?
Hamlet becomes more erratic and strategic, feigning madness in Act 2 compared to his sorrowful and confused state in Act 1.
Hamlet shows no change in behavior and continues to act normally in both acts.
Hamlet becomes more cheerful and carefree in Act 2 compared to Act 1.
Hamlet remains consistently melancholic and passive throughout both acts.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.7
CCSS.RI.11-12.7
CCSS.RI.8.7
CCSS.RL.11-12.7
CCSS.RL.9-10.7
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What role do Rosencrantz and Guildenstern play in Act 2?
They serve as messengers between Hamlet and Ophelia.
They are Hamlet's childhood friends visiting for a reunion.
They are tasked with finding a new king for Denmark.
Rosencrantz and Guildenstern act as spies for King Claudius, tasked with uncovering the reason for Hamlet's madness.
Tags
CCSS.RL.11-12.10
CCSS.RL.11-12.3
CCSS.RL.8.7
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does Polonius believe about Hamlet's love for Ophelia?
Polonius thinks Hamlet is indifferent to Ophelia.
Polonius believes Hamlet's love for Ophelia is genuine but unstable.
Polonius is convinced that Hamlet despises Ophelia.
Polonius believes Hamlet is using Ophelia for his own gain.
Tags
CCSS.RL.11-12.3
CCSS.RL.6.6
CCSS.RL.7.6
CCSS.RL.8.6
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does the theme of appearance versus reality manifest in Act 2?
The theme is not present in Act 2 at all.
Iago helps others achieve their goals honestly.
The theme of appearance versus reality is evident as characters like Iago deceive others by masking their true intentions.
Characters openly express their true feelings without deception.
Tags
CCSS.RL.11-12.10
CCSS.RL.11-12.3
CCSS.RL.8.7
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the significance of the play within a play that Hamlet plans?
To showcase Hamlet's acting skills and talents.
To entertain the audience with comedic relief.
The significance of the play within a play is to confirm King Claudius's guilt and explore themes of appearance versus reality.
To provide a historical context for the characters.
Tags
CCSS.RL.11-12.10
CCSS.RL.11-12.3
CCSS.RL.8.7
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does Gertrude react to Hamlet's behavior in Act 2?
Gertrude reacts with concern and confusion to Hamlet's behavior.
Gertrude is angry and confrontational with Hamlet.
Gertrude supports Hamlet's erratic behavior.
Gertrude ignores Hamlet completely.
Tags
CCSS.RL.11-12.3
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
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