Exploring Hamlet's Soliloquy

What does Hamlet consider as a possible escape from life's troubles?

• Revenge

• Love

• Death

• Dreams

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Why does Hamlet hesitate to embrace death?

• Fear of pain

• Uncertainty of dreams

• Fear of the unknown after death

• Hope for a better life

What does Hamlet say about the dreams that may come in death?

• They are eagerly awaited

• They are terrifying

• They give us pause

• They are a sweet escape

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

According to Hamlet, what makes people endure their sufferings?

• Lack of courage

• Fear of worse sufferings

• Hope for improvement

• Duty and honor

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What is the 'undiscovered country' Hamlet refers to?

• A new land

• The afterlife

• A place of dreams

• A peaceful state of mind

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What does Hamlet suggest about the law's delay?

• It causes unnecessary suffering

• It is preferable to quick judgment

• It is just and fair

• It tests one's patience

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What is Hamlet's view on the burdens of life?

• They are to be endured for fear of the unknown

• They make life meaningful

• They are unbearable

• They are necessary for growth

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

What does Hamlet believe overthinking does to a person's actions?

• Makes them more determined

• Leads to greater achievements

• Causes delay and inaction

• Improves their plans

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

Why does Hamlet say conscience makes cowards of us all?

• Because it makes us overthink

• Because it fills us with guilt

• Because it reminds us of our duties

• Because it leads to indecision

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What does Hamlet mean by 'the native hue of resolution'?

• A natural tendency to act

• The color of one's true intentions

• A person's initial determination

• The outcome of one's actions

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.10

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.7

CCSS.RL.7.10