Hamlet 5.2 Character Interviews and Performance

In the final scene of Hamlet, Act 5, Scene 2, Hamlet recounts his actions on the boat with Rosencrantz and Guildenstern, revealing his plan to rewrite the letter that ordered his execution. He expresses regret over his conflict with Laertes. A fencing match is arranged between Hamlet and Laertes, which turns into a deadly setup. The scene concludes with multiple tragic deaths, including Hamlet, Gertrude, Claudius, and Laertes. Horatio is left to tell the tale as Fortinbras arrives to take over the kingdom.

What did Hamlet find out about the letter that Rosencrantz and Guildenstern were taking to England?

How did Hamlet plan to deal with Rosencrantz and Guildenstern?

What was Hamlet's reaction to Claudius's actions?

What was the nature of the bet that Claudius made with Laertes?

What did Hamlet say about his madness?

What were the circumstances surrounding the drink that caused Hamlet's mother to react?

What did Hamlet say to Claudius before he died?

What is the final line of the play as mentioned in the text?

What news did the ambassador from England bring?

How does Horatio plan to tell the story of the events that transpired?