Hamlet Act 2

Front

Who are Rosencrantz and Guildenstern?

Back

Hamlet's childhood friends.

Front

Who did Polonius send to spy on Laertes?

Back

Reynaldo.

Front

Why does Hamlet ask the player to recite the tale of Priam's slaughter?

Back

It has a theme of revenge.

Front

Who does Hamlet want to get revenge on?

Back

Claudius.

Front

What does Polonius suggest to find out the truth about Hamlet's behavior?

Back

Send Ophelia to talk to him while they listen and watch.

Front

What is the significance of the play within a play in Hamlet?

Back

It serves to reveal King Claudius's guilt.

Front

How does Hamlet feel about his mother's marriage to Claudius?

Back

He is disgusted and feels betrayed.

Front

What advice does Polonius give to Laertes before he leaves for France?

Back

To be true to himself and to avoid borrowing or lending money.

Front

What is the relationship between Hamlet and Ophelia?

Back

They share a complex romantic relationship that is affected by external pressures.

Front

What does Hamlet mean by 'to be or not to be'?

Back

He is contemplating existence and the nature of life and death.