Hamlet | Class 16: The Hero’s Journey (Act 3)

Comprehension Check for Act 3.1

1. Are Rosencrantz and Guildenstern successful in their mission? Why or why not?

Possible responses: No, they fail to discover the causes of Hamlet’s alleged madness. Hamlet’s cleverness and ability to confuse his former friends is too much for them.

2. How does Polonius suggest that he and Claudius find out Hamlet’s true thoughts?

Possible responses: Using Ophelia as bait, they will hide behind the curtains in the lobby of Elsinore. They hope he will reveal...

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