Who in the world is that??
prince of Denmark, main character, son of Gertrude and dead king Hamlet, dating Ophelia. Acts out of insanity
Who is Hamlet
What is ironic about Polonius saying “brevity is the soul of wit?”
What is Polonius draws out all his thoughts and speeches.
Why does Claudius send Cornelius and Voltemand to Norway?
What is To make contract with Fortinbras’ uncle to prevent a war.
killed by King Hamlet, was the king of Norway and father of Fortinbras.
Who is King Fortinbras
In lines 178-181 of Act 1 Scene 5, what does Hamlet imply he may decide to do?
What is Act mad
prince of Norway. His father, King Fortinbras, was killed by King Hamlet, giving Denmark lots of land. Fortinbras wants to avenge the death of his father and invade Denmark.
Who is Fortinbras
Explain what Hamlet means in Act 1 Scene 2 when he exclaims, “frailty, thy name is woman!” (line 146)
What is He thinks Gertrude is weak for marrying his uncle
In Act 1 Scene 4, what is happening at the court while Hamlet, Horatio and Marcellus are on the platform? What does Hamlet think of this?
What is The king is partying and drinking. He thinks it is giving the kingdom a bad reputation.
Who killed king Hamlet?
What is Claudius
Where is Polonius sending Reynaldo and why is he sending him there?
What is Paris to gather information about Laertes’ reputation.
murdered by Claudius, comes back to life to tell Hamlet to avenge his death.
Who is Ghost of King Hamlet
What happens before Hamlet exclaims, “O, what a rogue and peasant slave am I?”
What is Hamlet notices he cannot show emotion like the players
What are Polonius’ instructions to Ophelia regarding Hamlet?
What is Spend less time with Hamlet and talk to him less so Ophelia can prove her value to him, Hamlet is lying about his love, do not believe Hamlet when he claims to love her.
What is the name of the person that married their brother in law months after their husband died/was murdered?
What is Gertrude
King of Denmark, brother to King Hamlet, married to Gertrude and uncle of Hamlet. He is partying constantly, making a bad reputation for the kingdom.
Who is Claudius
In a long speech in Act 1 Scene 1 (lines 84-111) Horatio discusses the events that have led to the war preparations. Summarize what he discusses.
What is Fortinbras Sr. challenged the old Hamlet to a battle and killed him, King Hamlet won land, Fortinbras Jr. wants to take back all the land.
In Act 1 Scene 1, what three questions does Marcellus raise?
What is
Why the guards have had such heavy work lately
Why so many weapons are being imported to Denmark
Why the shipbuilders are working so hard lately
In Act 1 Scene 5, what tasks does the Ghost tell Hamlet to undertake?
Hamlet should seek revenge for his father’s death, avenge his father’s death, and protect his mom from harm’s way.
sent to Norway to deliver a letter to the King asking to stop Fortinbras’ troops from invading Denmark.
Who is Voltimand
In the quoted passage: ““Don’t take it for anything else. Maturity does not affect muscles and strength; as the body develops, the perceptions of the mind and soul grow as well. Perhaps he loves you now and no evil thoughts infiltrate his virtuous passion. But you must consider his princely rank and understand that he cannot make his decisions by himself.”
Why does Laertes warn his sister Ophelia not to place too much hope in Hamlet’s attentions to her?
What is Laertes is saying that Hamlet is immature and that the love is temporary.
In Act 2 Scene 2 beginning with line 563, describe Hamlet’s plan.
What is Put on a play that shows his father being murdered and see Claudius’ reaction.
In Act 1 Scene 3, Polonius gives a great deal of advice to his son Laertes–nine points to be exact. Describe and explain each point of advice.
What is Don’t say what you are thinking and don’t act without thinking clearly, listen to many people but talk to only few, don’t lend or borrow money because often you will lose the money and the friend, Don’t express your thoughts nor act out any rash thoughts, Be sociable but choose your friends wisely, keep these friends that have proven their dedication to you close to your heart but don’t indulge everyone. If you have to fight make sure your enemy fears you. Listen to every man’s opinion but make your own decisions. Wear nice clothing because people judge the clothes you wear.