Hamlet | Class 13: Act 2 (Scenes 1 and 2)

Reading Comprehension for Act 2.1

1. Whom does Polonius send to France and for what purpose?

Possible responses: Polonius wants to be sure that his son, Laertes, is behaving himself while away: no drinking, gambling, fighting, swearing and/or womanizing. Polonius sends Reynaldo to spy on his Laertes.

2. What does Ophelia report about Hamlet’s visit to her?

Possible responses: Ophelia says he was acting crazy. His clothing was in disarray. He grabbed her arm and was not making sense.

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