Hamlet 3.3 Interviews with Hamlet, Polonius, Rosencrantz and Guildenstern

The transcript covers a series of events involving King Claudius, Rosencrantz, Guildenstern, and Hamlet. The King is worried about Hamlet's behavior and plans to send him to England. Meanwhile, Claudius struggles with guilt over his brother's murder and attempts to pray for forgiveness. Hamlet, seeking revenge, hesitates to kill Claudius while he is praying, fearing it would send Claudius's soul to heaven. This hesitation is a dramatic irony, as Claudius is unrepentant. The narrative explores themes of guilt, revenge, and the complexity of human emotions.

How do the characters plan to deal with Hamlet's behavior moving forward?

What does the phrase 'My words fly up, my thoughts remain below' signify in the context of the play?

What dramatic irony is present in Hamlet's decision not to kill Claudius?