Hamlet 2.2 Dig Deeper: Elizabethans Outdoors

The video explores the context of Shakespeare's 'Hamlet' in relation to the Elizabethan era's views on the outdoors and sunlight. It discusses the impact of the bubonic plague on society and how these historical contexts influence the interpretation of Hamlet's lines. The video also analyzes Hamlet's pun in response to Claudius, highlighting the cultural and linguistic nuances of the time.

Why was being indoors considered better than being outdoors during Shakespeare's time?

• Because it was warmer inside.

• Because it was more comfortable.

• Because of the fear of plagues.

• Because it was more fashionable.

What was the suspected cause of the plague before the discovery of fleas from rats?

• Contaminated water

• Miasmas or noxious fumes

• Witchcraft

• Poor hygiene

What percentage of London's population died from the bubonic plague in one year?

• 2%

• 10%

• 5%

• 15%

What does the Elizabethan saying 'from God's blessing into the warm sun' imply?

• Seeking divine intervention

• Moving from a bad situation to a good one

• Moving from a good situation to a bad one

• Enjoying the warmth of the sun

In Hamlet's response to Claudius, what is the significance of the word 'sun'?

• It is a pun on being the king's son.

• It indicates Hamlet's love for nature.

• It refers to the weather.

• It shows Hamlet's desire for freedom.