Act 2 scene 1
Whom does Polonius send to Paris to investigate Leartes ?
Reynaldo
Why does Claudis summon Rosencrantz and Guildenstern ?
He wants to discover the cause of Hamlet's strange behavior
What method does Polonius tell Reynaldo to use while investigating Laertes ?
Mention minor false rumors and observe how people respond to discover the truth indirectly.
What news do the ambassador bring about Fortinbras ?
Fortinbras has agreed not to attack Denmark and instead plans to fight Poland
How does Ophelia describe Hamlet when he enters her room ?
His slothes are disordered, he is pale, his knees shake, and he appears frightened or disturbed.
What evidence does Polonius use to argue that Hamlet is mad because of love?
He shows Claudius and Gertrude a love letter Hamlet wrote to Ophelia
Why does Polonius believe Hamlet is behaving strangely?
He concludes that Hamlet has become mad because Ophelia rejected him
Why does Hamlet call Polonius a "fishmonger"?
He is mocking and confusing Polonius while demonstrating that he has control over his suppossed madness. "Fishmonger" may also suggest someone who exploits or controls another person.
How does Polius's behavior develop the theme of spying?
Instead of communicating honestly,he spies on Laertes and interprets Hamlet's behavior without speaking directly to him.
Why is Hamlet ashamed after watching the player perform, and what plan does this inspire ?
Hamlet is ashmed that the player can show great emotion for a fictional character while Hamlet has not avenged his real father. He decides to stage a play semebling the murder and observe Claudius's reaction for evidence of guilt.