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Hamlet, Part 7: Plot and Character — Quiz

Question 7 • English Language Arts 12

Read the excerpt from Act IV of Hamlet . Claudius: Follow her close; give her good watch, I pray you. [ Exit HORATIO.] O! this is the poison of deep grief; it springs All from her father's death. O Gertrude, Gertrude! When sorrows come, they come not single spies, But in battalions. First, her father slain; Next, your son gone; but he most violent author Of his own just remove: the people muddied, Thick and unwholesome in their thoughts and whispers, For good Polonius’ death; and we have done but greenly, In hugger-mugger to inter him: poor Ophelia Divided from herself and her fair judgment, Without the which we are pictures, or mere beasts How does the excerpt reveal character development?

Answer
A
Claudius exhibits sincere mourning for his friend Polonius.
B
Claudius exhibits sensitivity toward Ophelia and regret for his actions.
C
Claudius shows his resolve to help Ophelia by suggesting medical attention.
D
Claudius shows his regret for previous behavior by seeking forgiveness.
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