Hamlet Questions on Act 4, Scene 5
Hamlet
The relevance of Ophelia's quote "What we are" and "What we may be" to the struggles of Hamlet and other characters
Ophelia's quote "What we are" and "What we may be" reflects the internal and external conflicts faced by Hamlet and other characters. It highlights the tension between their current states and...
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The meaning of the quote "There's rosemary, that's for remembrance . . ." from Hamlet
In Hamlet, the quote "There's rosemary, that's for remembrance . . ." signifies Ophelia's use of herbs to symbolize and communicate her feelings. Rosemary represents remembrance, indicating her...
Hamlet
What were Ophelia's last words in Hamlet?
Ophelia's last words reflect her grief at the death of her father, emphasize the cold finality of his demise, and refer to Hamlet's cruel rejection of her. Ophelia prays for God's blessing on her...
Hamlet
What dramatic purpose does Ophelia's madness serve in Act 4, Scene 5 of Hamlet? What qualities are revealed in...
Ophelia's madness shows us the damaging effect of all the shenanigans and double-dealings that have been going on at Elsinore. Ophelia is a sweet, innocent young lady shamelessly used and abused by...
Hamlet
How does Claudius treat Ophelia in Hamlet?
Claudius treats Ophelia with indifference and manipulation in Hamlet. He uses her as a pawn in his schemes to uncover Hamlet's motives, showing little genuine concern for her well-being. When Ophelia...
Hamlet
Identify a "cause and effect" speech in act 4 of Hamlet reflecting social, cultural, or economic values.
In Act IV of Hamlet, two notable "cause and effect" speeches reflect social, cultural, and economic values. Hamlet’s soliloquy in Scene IV, after meeting Fortinbras' army, illustrates his realization...