Act 1 scene 1
Who are the two guards who have already seen the Ghost
Bernado and Marcellus
Who is the new king of Denmark ?
Claudius
What warning does Laertes give Ophelia about Hamlet?
Hamlet's affection may be temporary, and his royal position may prevent him from choosing whom he marries
Who accompanies Hamlet when the Ghost appears?
Horatio and Marcellus
According to the Ghost, who murdered King Hamlet ?
Claudius
Whom does the Ghost resemble ?
The recently deceased King Hamlet
Where does Laertes ask permission to return ?
France
Complete Polonius's famous advice: "To thine own self be___"
true
What Danish custom does Hamlet criticize?
Claudius's loud drinking anf partying
How did Claudius murder King Hamlet ?
Why does Horatio believe the Ghost may be appearing ?
He thinks it may be warning Denmark about approaching danger or war.
Why is Hamlet upset with both Claudius and Gertrude?
Claudius has taken his father's throne.
Gertrude married Claudius very soon after King Hamlet's death.
What does Polonius order Ophelia to do about Hamlet?
Stop spending time with him and reject his letters and attention.
What does the Ghost signal for Hamlet to do ?
Follow it alone
What does Hamlet mean when he says he may put on an "antic dispostion"
He plans to pretend to be mentally unstabke or "mad"
Why does Horatio mention the strange events that occurred before Julius Ceasar's death ?
He suggest that supernatural signs can warn a nation about political disaster
What theme is introduced when Hamlet says, "seems, madam?Nay, it is" ?
Appearance vs Reality. Hamlet argues that his grief is genuine, not merely an outward performance.
Why does Ophelia warn Laertes not to act like a careless pastor ?
She does not want him to give her moral advice while failing to follow that same advice himself.
Why does Hamlet follow the Ghost despite Horatio's warnings ?
Hamlet believes his life has little value and that the Ghost cannot permanently harm his immortal soul
Why does the Ghost tell Hamlet not to punish Gertrude?
He tells Hamlet to leave her judgement to Heaven and her own guilty conscience
How does the opening scene establish mood of uncertainty and danger ?
The darkness, nervous guards, appearance of the Ghost, and threat from Fortinbras create a ominous and uncertain mood.
What does Claudius's opening speech reveal about his character ?
He is politically skilled and manipulative because he attempts to balance grief with celebration while justifying his quick marriage and securing his power.
What do Laerters and Polonius's warnings reveal about Ophelia's position in her family?
That men doubt her judgement and attempt to control her relationships, sexuality, and reputation.
What does Marcellus mean when he says,
"something is rotten in the state of Denmark"?
Denmark is suffering from hidden political and moral corruption, represented by Claudiu's rule and the Ghost's appearance.
How does the murder through King Hamlet's ear connect to the theme of deception?
Claudius uses poison to kill the king, while lies and false stories are used to "poison" what Denmark believes about the Death.