Hamlet 4.7 “Let’s Follow”

Claudius is concerned about Laertes's reaction to his father's death and the potential threat to his rule. Laertes, upset over Polonius's death, initially plans to overthrow Claudius. Claudius fears Laertes's popular support in Denmark could endanger his throne. Additionally, Claudius worries that Laertes might abandon their plan to discreetly kill Hamlet, as Laertes's impulsive nature makes him unreliable.

In what way does Claudius want Laertes to deal with the Hamlet problem?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF

What does Claudius fear about Laertes's temperament?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF