Hamlet 3.1 Does Hamlet Know Polonius Is Listening?

The transcript discusses Hamlet's potential awareness of being eavesdropped on by Polonius and Claudius, and how this can be staged in various ways. It explores Hamlet's sense of manipulation and his interactions with Ophelia, questioning her honesty. The text also delves into Ophelia's concern for Hamlet and her involvement in her father's espionage, highlighting the complexity of their relationships.

How do some productions of Hamlet depict his awareness of eavesdropping?

• Hamlet overhears a conversation about the eavesdropping.

• Hamlet is unaware of any eavesdropping.

• Hamlet is shown to suddenly realize Polonius and Claudius are listening.

• Hamlet is informed by Ophelia about the eavesdropping.

What does Hamlet's suspicion about Ophelia's involvement suggest?

• He is testing Ophelia's honesty.

• He trusts Ophelia completely.

• He believes Ophelia is unaware of the plans.

• He is indifferent to Ophelia's actions.

What is the result of Ophelia's untruthful response to Hamlet?

• Hamlet becomes angrier.

• Hamlet forgives Ophelia.

• Hamlet becomes more trusting.

• Hamlet decides to leave Denmark.

What is Ophelia's reaction to Hamlet's abrupt goodbye?

• She is happy to see him leave.

• She is relieved.

• She is indifferent.

• She is genuinely concerned for his well-being.

Why is Ophelia unable to help Hamlet?

• She is too busy with her own problems.

• She is unaware of his troubles.

• She does not care about Hamlet.

• She has become an accomplice to her father's spying.