Hamlet 2.1 Performance: Polonius Interrogates Ophelia

Ophelia recounts to Polonius her encounter with Hamlet, who appeared disheveled and distressed. Polonius concludes that Hamlet is mad with love for Ophelia and decides to inform the king. Ophelia admits she followed Polonius' orders to reject Hamlet, which may have caused his madness. Polonius regrets not handling the situation better and plans to speak with the king about Hamlet's behavior.

What was the narrator doing when they first noticed Hamlet's strange behavior?

• Writing a letter

• Walking in the garden

• Sewing in the closet

• Reading a book

How did Hamlet appear when he approached the narrator?

• Angry and aggressive

• Joyful and energetic

• Disheveled and pale

• Calm and composed

What action did Hamlet take during his encounter with the narrator?

• He danced around

• He sang a song

• He held the narrator's wrist

• He wrote a poem

What did the narrator do in response to Hamlet's letters?

• Replied immediately

• Ignored them

• Repelled and denied access

• Shared them with friends

What does the narrator reflect on regarding their actions towards Hamlet?

• They should have ignored him

• They were too lenient

• They should have been more cautious

• They acted perfectly