Hamlet 1.5.13 Discussion:The Ghost

The transcript discusses the ghost of Hamlet's father, who confirms he is from purgatory and must remain there until his sins are atoned for. The ghost's haunting of the castle may be part of this atonement, although it is not aligned with Church doctrine.

Who is the ghost in Hamlet identified as?

• A random spirit

• A soldier

• Hamlet's uncle

• Hamlet's father

Where does the ghost claim to have come from?

• Valhalla

• Hell

• Purgatory

• Heaven

What must the ghost do until his sins are atoned for?

• Haunt the castle

• Remain in purgatory

• Wander the earth

• Return to heaven

What might the ghost's haunting be a part of?

• His punishment

• His atonement

• His revenge

• His redemption

Is the ghost's haunting supported by Church doctrine?

• No, it is not supported

• Yes, it is a common belief

• It is partially supported

• It is a new doctrine