What does Hamlet debate in his “To be or not to be?” soliloquy?
Whether or not to commit suicide
Which character does Hamlet ask to observe Claudius during the performance of the play-within-a-play?
Horatio
What is the name of the play-within-the-play?
The Murder of Gonzago, also known as The Mousetrap
How does Claudius react to the play-within-the-play?
The acts guilty--gets up and leaves
Whom does the ghost ask Hamlet to spare?
Gertrude
What does Polonius believe is causing Hamlet’s madness?
Unrequited love from Ophelia
Based on Act 3, Scene 3, where does Claudius decide Hamlet must go?
England
What is Ophelia’s role in the spying of Polonius and Claudius?
Meeting with Hamlet (under false pretenses)
Why doesn't Hamlet kill Claudius outright in Act 3, Scene 3?
He thinks if he kills Claudius while he's praying, he'll go to heaven, which is a win for Claudius.
What does Hamlet ask Gertrude not to do in Act 3, Scene 4?
To no longer share a bedroom with Claudius.
In what country is the play set?
Denmark
What's the name of the castle in which the play is set?
Elsinore
Why is Hamlet afraid to dream in his To Be or Not To Be monologue
His dreams could be dark; he could suffer MORE in sleep (death)
"Thus conscience does make cowards of us all..." Hamlet says that he can't take action because he's doing too much....what?
Thinking!
Who says this: "Rich gifts wax poor when givers prove unkind"
Ophelia
Name two specific accusations Hamlet makes against women
They wear make-up, they cheat, they pretend to be innocent while being seductive
