Hamlet 1.2 Performance: Hamlet's First Soliloquy

The transcript reflects on existential despair, the futility of life, and the decay of the world through metaphors. It delves into themes of grief, betrayal, and the frailty of human nature, particularly in the context of hasty remarriage. The speaker condemns moral corruption and incest, expressing deep emotional turmoil and a sense of helplessness.

What does the speaker find unprofitable and stale?

• The memory of his father

• The actions of his uncle

• The love of his mother

• The uses of the world

How does the speaker describe his father?

• As a weak man

• As a god-like figure

• As a tyrant

• As a distant memory

What is the speaker's reaction to his mother's remarriage?

• He is deeply troubled

• He is supportive

• He is relieved

• He is indifferent

What does the speaker imply about his mother's tears?

• They were misunderstood

• They were genuine and heartfelt

• They were insincere and short-lived

• They were never shed

What does the speaker feel he must do despite his inner turmoil?

• Speak out against his uncle

• Confront his mother

• Hold his tongue

• Leave the kingdom