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sammy43
sammy43
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what are examples of Hamlet manipulating Gertrude to act to his benefit in the play?

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Posted by sammy43 on Tuesday November 4, 2008 at 12:48 AM and tagged with hamlet.

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  1. wildernessmagic
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    The entire bedroom scene is an example of Hamlet's manipulation of Gertrude.  He is attempting to get information out of her, and does so through slightly nefarious ways.  He knows that Polonius, I believe, is hiding in the room.

    Additionally, the entire play is a contrived effort on Hamlet's part to force a confession from Gertrude by reliving what happened the day his father died.  By showing his hand, he forces the King and Queen to bare their souls as well.

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    Posted by wildernessmagic on Thursday November 6, 2008 at 6:11 AM