Act 1 Scene 1
The ghost of the previous King
How does Hamlet feel about his fathers death and his mother marrying his uncle?
Hamlet is depressed and suicidal. He think his mother moved on way to quickly.
Who is Claudius?
Hamlet's Uncle and new king of Denmark
Who is Gertrude?
What possible conflict is arising between Denmark and Norway? What caused it?
The previous king killed the king of Norway and took his land. Now his son, Fortinbras wants the land that once belonged to his father.
What type of person is Claudius? How is he taking his brothers death?
He is ruled by his desire to run the kingdom not his emotions.
Why do the Watchmen decide to tell Hamlet what they see at night?
Because they think maybe the ghost will talk to Hamlet since it is not talking to them
What does Claudius ask Hamlet to do? Why?
He ask him to stay in Denmark and not leave to go to school in order to keep an eye on him as the rightful heir to the throne
Why do you think the Ghost is back?
TBD
Why do you think Claudius wants Hamlet to stick around?
TBD