Hamlet Act I
This was the first character to see the ghost of King Hamlet
Marcellus.
These are the two characters Claudius gets to keep an eye on Hamlet
Rosencrantz and Guildenstern.
Who is Laerte's father?
Polonius.
This is a direct comparison using the words "is", "are", "was", "were", and "of".
What is a metaphor?
How many scenes are there in total between Acts I and II?
This is the relationship between Claudius and Hamlet
He is Hamlet's uncle and his step-father.
Who is sent to spy on Laertes in France?
Reynaldo.
The current King of Denmark is...
Claudius.
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What are context clues?
In what act and scene do Hamlet and the ghost of his father meet for the first time?
Act I, Scene 4.
What Laertes warns Ophelia about
Falling in love with Hamlet.
This is the reason Polonius gives for Hamlet's madness
His love for Ophelia.
Hamlet is in love with...
Ophelia.
This term refers to the use of a two-word hyphenated compound phrase to describe a noun
What is a kenning?
In what act and scene is Ophelia introduced?
Act I, Scene 3.
Who goes to another country and what country is it?
Laertes goes to France.
Hamlet confuses Polonius for a...
Fishmonger.
Who is the Prince of Denmark?
Hamlet.
This term refers to a story told through action and dialogue by performers on a stage.
What is a drama?
In what act and scene is Reynaldo told to spy on Laertes?
Act II, Scene 1.
How was King Hamlet killed?
Claudius poured poison in his ear while he was asleep.
What is the name of the play Hamlet wants Claudius to react to?
The Murder of Gonzago
Who is a scholar and friend of Hamlet's?
Horatio.
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What is an allusion?
In what act and scene is Hamlet first introduced?
Act I, Scene 2.