1. What is Laertes first question to Claudius about his father’s death? What is the king’s response? 2. What does …

1. Describe the mental state of Ophelia at the beginning of this scene. 2. Describe Laertes reaction to his father’s …

1. What do we learn about Prince Fortinbras at the opening of this scene? 2. Hamlet’s mood in this soliloquy …

1. What do Rosencrantz and Guildenstern want from Hamlet? Does he give it to them? Explain the analogy Hamlet uses …

1. What are some of the fears Claudius expresses after learning of Hamlet’s murder of Polonius? 2. Now that Hamlet …

1. Why does Polonius hide behind the curtains in Gertrude’s room? 2. What happens to Polonius? What does Hamlet’s reaction …

1. What does the King order at the start of this scene? Why do you think he does this? 2.What …

6. What does Hamlet tell the King the play is called? How is this symbolic? 7.Discuss King Claudius’ reaction to …

1. What is Hamlet’s view of the purpose of acting? 2. How does Hamlet demonstrate his trust for Horatio in …

1. Identify the lines that demonstrate for the first time that King Claudius is feeling guilty for the act he …