Hamlet 3.3 “Words Without Thoughts Never to Heaven Go”

The transcript discusses the theme of repentance and its sincerity, highlighting that without true repentance, absolution cannot be achieved. It further explores the irony in the fate of Claudius, suggesting that if he were killed at that moment, he would not ascend to heaven but descend to hell.

What is Claudius struggling with in the first section?

• Making peace with Hamlet

• Finding a new kingdom

• Sincerely repenting

• Writing a letter

Why might Claudius's appeal for forgiveness go unheard?

• He is speaking in a foreign language

• He is too loud

• He is not speaking at all

• He is not truly repentant

What would have happened to Claudius if Hamlet had killed him at that moment?

• He would have been resurrected

• He would have become a ghost

• He would have gone to hell

• He would have gone to heaven

What is the irony in Claudius's situation?

• He would have been saved by Hamlet

• He would have been forgiven by Hamlet

• He would have become king again

• He would have gone to hell despite being killed during prayer

What is the main theme of the third section?

• The irony of Claudius's fate

• Claudius's new plan

• Hamlet's forgiveness

• Claudius's escape