Hamlet's Madness and Method

Hamlet's Madness and Method

Assessment

Interactive Video

English

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Richard Gonzalez

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In a lively discussion at the Duck and Whistle, actors Thomas Swann and Robert Harley, along with Bess and Mr. Will, explore the question of whether Hamlet is truly mad or just pretending. They delve into the method behind Hamlet's madness, citing Polonius's famous line about method in madness. Personal anecdotes are shared to illustrate the concept of method in madness. The discussion concludes with the consensus that Hamlet is not genuinely mad but strategically feigning insanity to uncover the truth about his father's death.

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15 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where are Thomas Swann and Robert Harley having a drink?

The King's Head

The Duck and Whistle

The Swan and Crown

The Shakespeare Tavern

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the big question in Hamlet for Thomas?

What is Hamlet's favorite color?

Is Hamlet truly mad?

Who killed Hamlet's father?

Why is Hamlet sad?

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason Hamlet pretends to be mad?

To gain sympathy from others

To confuse his enemies

To entertain himself

To uncover the truth about his father's death

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who believes that Hamlet's madness has a method?

Polonius

Robert Harley

Bess

Thomas Swann

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is a big fan of Mr. Will?

Thomas Swann

Robert Harley

Bess

Polonius

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Hamlet talk about that makes people think he's mad?

Flying pigs

Talking trees

Maggots in dogs

Dancing stars

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Bess think about Hamlet's madness?

He is confused

He is pretending

He is unaware

He is truly mad

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