Hamlet 2.2.207 Animated Note: Etymolgy and Use of "Pregnant" in Hamlet

Interactive Video
•
English
•
9th - 10th Grade
•
Hard
Wayground Content
FREE Resource
Read more
5 questions
Show all answers
1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the origin of the word 'pregnant' as used in Shakespeare's works?
It comes from the Greek word for 'child'.
It is a modern term with no historical roots.
It is derived from Latin words meaning 'before birth'.
It originates from Old English meaning 'full'.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does Polonius describe Hamlet's replies?
As straightforward and clear.
As irrelevant and off-topic.
As confusing and nonsensical.
As full of hidden meanings.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the phrase 'pregnant hinges of their knees' imply?
The knees are swollen and painful.
The knees are ready to kneel in flattery.
The knees are locked and unable to bend.
The knees are weak and trembling.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In what context does Hamlet use the word 'unpregnant'?
To describe a barren land.
To criticize his own lack of action.
To talk about a fruitless tree.
To refer to a literal pregnancy.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the significance of the word 'pregnant' in Shakespeare's language?
It is used to describe literal pregnancies.
It is used to describe physical strength.
It signifies fullness and potential meaning.
It is a term of endearment.
Similar Resources on Wayground
2 questions
Hamlet 3.1 What's Happening?

Interactive video
•
6th Grade - University
2 questions
Hamlet 2.1 Discussion: Hamlet's Appearance

Interactive video
•
6th Grade - University
6 questions
Hamlet 1.2 What's Really Bothering Hamlet?

Interactive video
•
6th Grade - University
2 questions
Hamlet 2.2 What's Happening?

Interactive video
•
6th Grade - University
6 questions
Hamlet 3.1 Dig Deeper: Elizabethan Relationships

Interactive video
•
6th Grade - University
6 questions
Hamlet 3.3 Language: Horrid Hent

Interactive video
•
6th Grade - University
6 questions
Hamlet 1.2 What's Really Bothering Hamlet?

Interactive video
•
6th Grade - University
2 questions
Hamlet 4.6 What's Happening?

Interactive video
•
6th Grade - University
Popular Resources on Wayground
10 questions
Video Games

Quiz
•
6th - 12th Grade
20 questions
Brand Labels

Quiz
•
5th - 12th Grade
15 questions
Core 4 of Customer Service - Student Edition

Quiz
•
6th - 8th Grade
15 questions
What is Bullying?- Bullying Lesson Series 6-12

Lesson
•
11th Grade
25 questions
Multiplication Facts

Quiz
•
5th Grade
15 questions
Subtracting Integers

Quiz
•
7th Grade
22 questions
Adding Integers

Quiz
•
6th Grade
10 questions
Exploring Digital Citizenship Essentials

Interactive video
•
6th - 10th Grade
Discover more resources for English
20 questions
Commas Commas Commas!

Quiz
•
7th - 9th Grade
20 questions
Figurative Language Review

Quiz
•
10th Grade
10 questions
Exploring Figurative Language Concepts

Interactive video
•
6th - 10th Grade
10 questions
Identifying Common and Proper Nouns

Interactive video
•
6th - 10th Grade
19 questions
Understanding the Circle of Control

Quiz
•
9th - 12th Grade
10 questions
Exploring Point of View and Perspective in Writing

Interactive video
•
6th - 10th Grade
16 questions
Ethos, Pathos, Logos Practice

Quiz
•
9th Grade
20 questions
Subject-Verb Agreement

Quiz
•
9th Grade