Hamlet | Class 22: Irony (Act 3)

Comprehension Check for Act 3.3

1. What orders does Claudius give Rosencrantz and Guildenstern to do and why?

Possible responses: Claudius suspects that Hamlet may have knowledge of the murder and he wants Hamlet out of Denmark before he can reveal what he knows or cause any trouble. He wants Rosencrantz and Guildenstern to make sure Hamlet arrives in England.

2. What surprising action does Claudius take?

Possible responses: Beginning to feel guilt and remorse for murdering his brother, Claudius...

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