relationship. While it is believed that Claudius would have always feared Hamlet‚ and what he would do if he learnt of the King’s murder‚ this scene‚ where Claudius discovers Hamlets murderous intentions and utter madness drives him to action. Gertrude Conflict One of the most controversial relationships within Hamlet is that between mother and child‚ and
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The ghost initially tells Hamlet that his brother Claudius has seduced Gertrude into marriage and not to get furious at her for what had happened‚ yet to “Leave her to heaven‚ /And to those thorns that in her bosom lodge/To prick and sting her.” (Hamlet 1.5.85-88) Hamlet highlights that Gertrude has committed a sin and will be punished by god‚ the sin being remarrying and having sexual relations with more than one man. Chastity was
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influence him to make decisions that affect the outcome of his own destiny. When considering the character of Hamlet‚ one is able to see that it is his procrastination that ultimately fails him and stops him from coming in terms with his inner self. Gertrude‚ being blind to the fact that Claudius killed her husbdand‚ contributes to the colapse of Hamlet’s sense of individuation‚ and propels her character into fatal desiny. One would argue therefore that man is the author of his own desiny. The character
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can one determine what is actually true from what only seems to be true? Throughout the play‚ the theme of appearance versus reality is constant. This theme is played out from the beginning‚ with Claudius’ attempt to conceal his secret intentions; Gertrude and Ophelia masking their own truths‚ and finally Hamlet‚ who assumes the role of a madman in order to uncover the reality behind his appearance. Various characters try to cover their secret intentions with a veneer of a whole other person. One
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questionable because of his need for power. It is not certain whether or not Claudius actually has sincere feelings towards Gertrude or whether she is just another character playing a part in his lie‚ something that just came along with what he truly wanted‚ the crown. However even though his motives for marrying the queen are questionable‚ if he does not truly love Gertrude he covers it up well‚ showing once again his good use of manipulation. He openly shows affection and even declares his love
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Act Three‚ Scene Four. This scene is between Gertrude and Hamlet. The significance of the stichomythia is to show how far Hamlet’s madness has gone. The scene starts off with Polonius telling Gertrude that he was going to listen to the conversation that she will be having with Hamlet. After that Polonius hides and Hamlet comes into his mother’s room. This is where one of the examples of stichomythia comes to play. Hamlet comes in and asked Gertrude what was the matter. She replies‚ “Hamlet‚
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as the audience knows Hamlet’s madness is performed. However as the play develops and changes‚ so too does Hamlet’s madness. Act 3 Scene 4 is the main turning point for Hamlet’s madness. The scene begins with a confrontation between Gertrude and Hamlet. Gertrude: “Hamlet‚ thou hast thy father much offended” Hamlet: “Mother‚ you have my father much offended” The use of stichomythia in this conversation creates a sense of violence between the characters. It also confirms to the audience that Hamlet’s
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Claudius struck me as the most interesting character in the play besides Hamlet. He was very into getting what he wanted which was to be the king. Claudius is a very decisive man. No matter what had to be done‚ he wanted to achieve his goal‚ even if that meant killing his own brother. That takes a lot of will and a person very selfish to accomplish such feet. Along with his ability to deceive people with his charm‚ he is very good with his language. It seems like he could con any of the other
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Weakness is a main theme within the play Hamlet. In the play we are shown different forms of weakness within the characters through their experiences. Three characters whose weaknesses lead to their downfalls are‚ Polonius‚ Hamlet and Claudius. Polonius ’ weakness is his need for control and to know everything about the people around him. He is so dedicated towards Claudius that he even spies on the people he cares about most. Hamlets weakness is his act of madness. His hate for his uncle and the
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on Hamlet and even tells King Claudius information about Hamlet that sounds good but has not been confirmed‚ though he acts as if he is certain it is. His want for kingly favor leads him to his death when he decides to hide and spy on Hamlet and Gertrude. Claudius’ greed shows through his stolen kingdom. He wanted to be ruler so passionately that he killed his own brother in cold blood‚ not only that but he also stole his wife. His greed‚ along with vainglory and envy led him to
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