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What motivates Polonius to spy on Hamlet?

A wish to mentor Hamlet in the court

Concern for Ophelia’s wellbeing

Curiosity about Hamlet’s actions

Desire to maintain his position and favor in the court (correct)

How is Polonius typically characterized in the play?

As a wise, yet quiet figure

As a verbose and meddling figure (correct)

As a simple and straightforward advisor

As a loyal friend to Hamlet

What event leads to Polonius's downfall?

He decides to leave the court

His political manipulations are discovered

He confronts Hamlet directly

He is killed while spying on Hamlet (correct)

What is one consequence of Polonius's death?

Ophelia's descent into madness Signup and view all the answers

What role does Polonius play concerning his children?

He uses them for his own political gain Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of Polonius's character contributes to his involvement in the affairs of others?

His desire to appear wise and knowledgeable Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following actions reflects Polonius's manipulative nature?

Spying on Hamlet under the pretense of friendship Signup and view all the answers

What is one implication of Polonius's verbosity in his advice to others?

It often obscures his true intentions. Signup and view all the answers

What critical mistake does Polonius make at the moment of his death?

He underestimates Hamlet's state of mind. Signup and view all the answers

How do Polonius's actions lead to wider consequences in the narrative?

They catalyze a series of events culminating in tragedy. Signup and view all the answers