Hamlet's Soliloquies and Key Events
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Who prepares the poisoned wine for Hamlet?

  • Horatio
  • Gertrude
  • Claudius (correct)
  • Laertes

    • Gertrude drinks the poisoned wine knowingly.

    False

    What does the Ghost reveal to Hamlet about his death?

    Claudius murdered him.

    Hamlet's uncle, _____, is now the new king of Denmark.

    <p>Claudius</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the characters with their roles:

    <p>Claudius = Hamlet's uncle and new king Gertrude = Hamlet's mother Laertes = Betrayer and foil to Hamlet Hamlet = Prince of Denmark</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which version of Hamlet is largely discounted?

    <p>First Quarto</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Laertes and Hamlet both survive the events in the end.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Hamlet struggle with as he remembers the Ghost?

    <p>He struggles with his feelings of revenge and the nature of his emotions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Hamlet’s initial reaction to his mother's marriage to Claudius?

    <p>He feels despair.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Claudius is revealed to be guilty of killing Hamlet's father through Hamlet's play.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes Ophelia to go mad?

    <p>The death of her father, Polonius.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Hamlet refers to his father's reign as being like _____ to a satyr.

    <p>Hyperion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who does Polonius believe Hamlet is lovesick for?

    <p>Ophelia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Hamlet accidentally kills Claudius while attempting to kill Polonius.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Hamlet use to confirm Claudius's guilt?

    <p>A play that mimics the murder.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the characters with their actions:

    <p>Hamlet = Arranges a play to confirm his suspicion about Claudius Claudius = Marries Gertrude quickly after the King's death Ophelia = Goes mad after her father's death Laertes = Challenges Hamlet to a fencing match</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Hamlet struggle with throughout his soliloquy?

    <p>His desire for revenge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Hamlet refers to himself as a 'dull and muddy-mettled rascal'.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Hamlet intend to do with the speech delivered by the lead player?

    <p>Confirm the guilt of King Claudius</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Hamlet accuses Claudius of being a __________ villain.

    <p>damned</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match Hamlet’s feelings to the corresponding phrases:

    <p>Anger = Remorseless, treacherous, lecherous, kindless villain! Cowardice = I am pigeon-livered and lack gall Inspiration = Why, what an ass am I! Despair = O most pernicious woman!</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which character does Hamlet call a 'smiling, damnèd villain'?

    <p>Claudius</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Hamlet feels confident and resolute in his quest for revenge.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Hamlet mean by 'I should have fatted all the region kites'?

    <p>He should have avenged his father’s murder.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the central theme discussed in Hamlet's soliloquy about life and death?

    <p>The nature of existence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Hamlet expresses a desire to avoid conflict in his soliloquy.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Hamlet mean by 'to die, to sleep'?

    <p>It refers to the idea of death being a form of eternal rest or escape from life's troubles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In his soliloquy, Hamlet fears the _______ that may come in the sleep of death.

    <p>dreams</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the characters with their actions in the context of the soliloquy:

    <p>Hamlet = Contemplates life and death Claudius = Kneels to pray for forgiveness Nero = Represents tyranny and cruelty Gertrude = Is the subject of Hamlet's conflict</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What metaphor does Hamlet use to describe the challenges of life?

    <p>A sea of troubles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Hamlet decides to avenge his father's murder by killing Claudius while he is praying.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Hamlet reference when he talks about 'the slings and arrows of outrageous fortune'?

    <p>He refers to the hardships and misfortunes that people face in life.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What motivated the speaker to consider taking action against the villain?

    <p>Desire for revenge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The speaker believes that no one returns from death.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the phrase 'the law’s delay' refer to?

    <p>The slow process of justice or legal proceedings.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The speaker grapples with the idea of taking revenge on the villain who killed his father while he is in a state of _______.

    <p>prayer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following phrases from the speaker's contemplation with their significance:

    <p>Pangs of despised love = The pain of unrequited affection Dread of something after death = Fear of the unknown in the afterlife Cowards of us all = The impact of conscience on our actions Honor's at stake = The value of reputation in conflicts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What emotion predominantly influences the speaker's hesitation?

    <p>Fear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The speaker believes that finding a reason to fight is easily justifiable.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the speaker refer to when mentioning 'the imminent death of twenty thousand men'?

    <p>The consequences of conflict that may arise from his inaction.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Hamlet determine his thoughts should be from this point forward?

    <p>Bloody or worth nothing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Hamlet encounters soldiers from Fortinbras’s army on his way to England.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Hamlet compare the act of living to when he questions, 'What is a man?'.

    <p>A beast that sleeps and feeds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Hamlet states that a special providence exists in the fall of a __________.

    <p>sparrow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Hamlet express regret about regarding human nature?

    <p>Humans have unused capabilities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Hamlet believes that it is important to think precisely about events.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who does Hamlet instruct Horatio to inform about his unfitness to attend the fencing match?

    <p>The men coming to fetch him</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following phrases with their meanings:

    <p>'Ready is all' = Preparation is key to action 'To sleep and feed' = To live without purpose 'Bloody or nothing worth' = Commitment to revenge or despair 'Special providence' = Fate and divine intervention</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Hamlet's Soliloquies and Key Events

    • Hamlet expresses deep despair and contemplates suicide following his father's death and mother's remarriage to his uncle, Claudius.
    • He contrasts his father's exceptional qualities with Claudius's perceived treachery and haste in remarrying.
    • Hamlet's Uncle Claudius quickly ascends to the position of King following his brother's sudden death, which deeply troubles Hamlet.
    • Hamlet's mother, Gertrude, marries Claudius quickly after his father's death prompting Hamlet's suspicion and angst.
    • A ghost, believed to be Hamlet's father, reveals that Claudius murdered him and demands Hamlet seek vengeance.
    • Hamlet feigns madness to disguise his intentions and observes Claudius's reactions to a play depicting the murder.
    • Hamlet's observation of Claudius's guilty reaction confirms his suspicions.
    • Polonius, believing Hamlet's distraught state stems from unrequited love for Ophelia, sets a trap.

    Hamlet's Internal Conflict

    • Hamlet grapples with the moral implications of revenge and his own indecision.
    • He questions the value of life and struggles with the complexities of action and inaction.
    • He contemplates the possibility of an afterlife, exploring existential questions about mortality and the meaning of life.
    • He criticizes his own perceived lack of courage, contrasting it to others' capacity for passion and action in the face of adversity.
    • He recognizes the importance of a fitting emotional response to avenge his father.

    Characters and Relationships

    • Claudius: Hamlet's uncle, the new king, and murderer of Hamlet's father.
    • Gertrude: Hamlet's mother, the Queen, and Claudius's wife.
    • Polonius: A counselor who misinterprets Hamlet's behavior.
    • Ophelia: Polonius's daughter, possibly involved in a romantic entanglement with Hamlet.
    • The Ghost: Hamlet's father's spirit, who reveals the truth behind his murder and demands revenge.

    Plot Summary

    • Hamlet's soliloquies reveal his thoughts, feelings, and internal struggles.
    • A play is written to mirror the murder, to examine the reactions of Claudius and expose his guilt.
    • Hamlet mistakenly kills Polonius, believing him to be Claudius.
    • Claudius sends Hamlet away, planning his assassination.
    •  Ophelia goes mad and dies.
    • A fencing match is planned.
    • Hamlet and Laertes engage in a deadly duel.
    • Claudius attempts to poison Hamlet's drink.
    • Gertrude drinks from the poisoned cup and dies.
    •  Hamlet slays Claudius, ending the play.
    • Hamlet and Laertes both die, victims of the poisoned weapons.

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