Hamlet 3.1 Why It's Cool (89) - Meditation on Two Themes

The video explores Hamlet's internal conflict between action and reflection, focusing on themes of death and existentialism. It discusses Hamlet's hesitation in avenging his father's murder due to his philosophical reflections on life and the afterlife. The video also examines Hamlet's thoughts on suicide and the moral implications of revenge, highlighting his struggle with abstract concerns and moral dilemmas.

What are the two major themes discussed in Hamlet?

• Friendship and Loyalty

• Power and Corruption

• Fear of Death and Reflection vs. Action

• Love and Betrayal

What is ironic about Hamlet's description of the afterlife?

• His father's ghost has returned from the afterlife.

• He believes in reincarnation.

• He has never seen a ghost.

• He thinks the afterlife is a paradise.

What might have replaced Hamlet's suicidal thoughts after meeting the ghost?

• Thoughts of forgiveness

• Thoughts of escape

• Thoughts of revenge

• Thoughts of love

What does Hamlet's line about the 'bare bodkin' suggest?

• Everyone chooses life over suicide due to fear of the afterlife.

• Hamlet is planning to attack Claudius.

• Hamlet is afraid of weapons.

• Hamlet is ready to die.

What does Hamlet suggest about his own philosophizing?

• It makes him wise.

• It makes him happy.

• It makes him a coward.

• It makes him brave.

What moral question does Hamlet face regarding Claudius?

• Whether to forgive him

• Whether to murder him as revenge

• Whether to exile him

• Whether to make peace with him

What is Ralph's perspective on Hamlet's hesitation?

• He believes Hamlet is too emotional.

• He thinks Hamlet is too focused on love.

• He thinks Hamlet should act without thinking.

• He believes Hamlet is justified in his hesitation.