Hamlet's Relationships and Reactions

Ophelia tells her father, Polonius, about a disturbing encounter with Hamlet, who appeared disheveled and acted strangely. Polonius suspects Hamlet is mad with love for Ophelia and decides to inform the king, believing that keeping it secret could cause more trouble.

What was Ophelia's initial reaction when she spoke to Polonius?

• She was calm and composed.

• She was angry and upset.

• She was indifferent.

• She was frightened and distressed.

How did Hamlet appear when he entered Ophelia's room?

• He was disheveled and pale.

• He was carrying flowers.

• He was well-dressed and cheerful.

• He was wearing a hat and smiling.

What did Polonius suspect about Hamlet's behavior?

• That Hamlet was ill.

• That Hamlet was plotting against the king.

• That Hamlet was in love with Ophelia.

• That Hamlet was angry with Ophelia.

What did Hamlet do when he approached Ophelia?

• He grabbed her wrist and stared at her.

• He ignored her completely.

• He gave her a gift.

• He spoke to her softly.

What decision did Polonius make after hearing Ophelia's story?

• To ignore the incident.

• To inform the king about Hamlet's behavior.

• To send Ophelia away.

• To confront Hamlet directly.

What did Polonius reflect on regarding love?

• Love is always rational and calm.

• Love is irrelevant to Hamlet's behavior.

• Love is a violent emotion that can lead to self-destruction.

• Love is a gentle and kind emotion.

What did Ophelia do with Hamlet's letters?

• She kept them hidden.

• She returned them as instructed by Polonius.

• She burned them.

• She gave them to the king.

What did Polonius conclude about Ophelia's actions?

• They drove Hamlet to madness.

• They had no effect on Hamlet.

• They made Hamlet happy.

• They were irrelevant to the situation.