Hamlet 1.3 Why It's Cool

The video explores the parallel between Hamlet's family and Polonius's family, highlighting themes of revenge and love. It discusses the role of advice in the play, emphasizing the challenges of applying general advice to specific situations. Polonius's speech is analyzed for its proverbial content and use of blank verse, a poetic form used by Shakespeare. The video concludes with a discussion on Polonius's character and family dynamics, raising questions about his role as a father and advisor.

What are the key differences between Hamlet's relationship with his father and Laertes's relationship with Polonius?

How does the parallel family of Laertes and Ophelia serve to highlight the themes of love and loyalty in the play?

In what ways does Shakespeare introduce the concept of advice as a problem in the play?

What is blank verse, and how does it differ from prose in Shakespeare's works?

What questions remain about Ophelia's character and her relationship with her family?

Discuss the significance of Polonius's advice in the context of the play. How does it reflect his character?

How does the character of Polonius serve as comic relief in the play, and what deeper significance might this have?