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What does Ophelia do when King Claudius enters the room?
What does Ophelia do when King Claudius enters the room?
Who defends Claudius when Laertes and a mob attempt to break into the castle?
Who defends Claudius when Laertes and a mob attempt to break into the castle?
What does Laertes demand after Ophelia returns, clearly insane?
What does Laertes demand after Ophelia returns, clearly insane?
Study Notes
- Ophelia has become insane since Polonius was killed.
- Gertrude refuses to see Ophelia at first but agrees to speak with her later.
- Ophelia enters singing mournful songs about her father.
- King Claudius enters and asks Ophelia how she is, but she continues singing strange songs.
- Laertes and a mob attempt to break into the castle, blaming Claudius for the death of Polonius.
- Gertrude defends Claudius, but Laertes demands revenge.
- Ophelia returns, clearly insane, speaking in riddles and handing out flowers.
- Laertes demands vengeance for her madness.
- Ophelia exits, wishing God's blessing on everyone.
- Claudius asks Laertes to listen to his explanation of what happened to Polonius.
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"Test your knowledge of Shakespeare's Hamlet with our quiz on Ophelia's Insanity Scene. From Ophelia's mournful songs to her haunting riddles, this scene is packed with drama and intrigue. See if you can remember the key events and characters involved, including Gertrude, Laertes, and King Claudius. Impress your fellow Shakespeare fans with your in-depth knowledge of this iconic play."
