Hamlet 1.2 What's Really Bothering Hamlet?

The transcript discusses Hamlet's reaction to Gertrude's quick remarriage and the early tension in the play. It highlights Hamlet's loneliness and grief through his soliloquy, which paraphrases an Elizabethan proverb. The discussion also touches on Hamlet's trust issues within the Royal Court, suggesting it's too early to determine his willingness to share his troubles.

What aspect of Gertrude's actions deeply disturbs Hamlet?

• Her alliance with Fortinbras

• Her quick remarriage

• Her refusal to speak to Hamlet

• Her decision to leave Denmark

What does Hamlet predict about the future of the events in the play?

• They will result in a political alliance

• They will lead to a happy ending

• They will not end well

• They will be forgotten

What does the line 'But break my heart, for I must hold my tongue' signify about Hamlet?

• His inability to express his grief

• His plan to confront Gertrude

• His desire to leave Denmark

• His wish to become king

What Elizabethan proverb is paraphrased in Hamlet's soliloquy?

• All that glitters is not gold

• Grief, pent up will break the heart

• A stitch in time saves nine

• The early bird catches the worm

What internal conflict does Hamlet face regarding his sorrow?

• Whether to leave Denmark

• Whether to seek revenge

• Whether to trust the Royal Court

• Whether to marry Ophelia