Quote Analysis
Hamlet’s Plan and Strategy

Character Relationships
100

Who does Hamlet speak to when he declares his intention to "put an antic disposition on"?

Horatio and Marcellus

100

Who does Hamlet tell his plan to in order to make sure that they don't believe he is truly mad.

Horatio and Marcellus

100

Who is Hamlet's close friend who is sent by the king to spy on him?

Rosencrantz

300

In Act 2, Scene 2, Hamlet tells Rosencrantz and Guildenstern that he is "mad north-north-west." What does this suggest about his madness?


Hamlet’s madness is not real, he is in control of it and can switch it on or off depending on the situation.


300

Who did Hamlet accidentally kill behind the curtains of the play, in attempts to kill Claudius ?

Polonius 

300

What is the name of the woman Hamlet has a complicated relationship with?

Ophelia

500

In Act 3, Scene 2, Hamlet says, "Give me that man that is not passion's slave and I will wear him in my heart's core, ay, in my heart of heart." How does this line reflect Hamlet’s view on emotional control?


This line shows Hamlet’s admiration for those who can control their emotions and act rationally, as he strives to do when he doesn't let his act of madness turn him irrational and impulsive.

500

What is "The Mousetrap" and what is it's purpose?

It is a play that reenacts the murder of his father. It is shown to Claudius in order to get his reaction.

500

Which character is Hamlet talking about, “Give me that man that is not passion’s slave”?

Horatio