Hamlet 1.2 Frailty and Women/Opinion of Gertrude

The transcript discusses Hamlet's discontent with his mother Gertrude's quick remarriage after his father's death, highlighting a famous line from Shakespeare, 'Frailty, thy name is Woman.' It explores Hamlet's view that women lack moral strength, using Gertrude as an example, and notes his tendency to generalize this perceived frailty to all women.

What does Hamlet criticize about his mother's behavior after his father's death?

• Her lack of intelligence

• Her quick recovery and remarriage

• Her physical appearance

• Her financial decisions

What does Hamlet mean by 'Frailty, thy name is Woman'?

• Women are physically weak

• Women are morally weak

• Women are financially dependent

• Women are emotionally unstable

According to Hamlet, what did Gertrude lack in her relationship with Cordius?

• Emotional intelligence

• Financial independence

• Moral fortitude

• Physical strength

How does Hamlet's view of his mother's actions affect his perception of women in general?

• He thinks women are financially irresponsible

• He believes all women are physically weak

• He views women as emotionally unstable

• He generalizes her faults to all women

What theme does Hamlet's generalization of women introduce in the play?

• The theme of financial greed

• The theme of physical strength

• The theme of moral weakness

• The theme of political power