Hamlet, Part 3: Figurative Language and Allusions

Question 1

Hamlet says that comparing his father to Claudius is like comparing "Hyperion to a satyr." Hyperion is an ancient Greek god of light. A satyr is a creature that is half man and half goat. What does Hamlet’s allusion suggest?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

C: Hamlet’s father was far superior to King Claudius.

Question 2

Hamlet says that comparing his father to Claudius is like comparing "Hyperion to a satyr." Hyperion is an ancient Greek god of light. A satyr is a creature that is half man and half goat. What does Hamlet’s allusion suggest?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

C: Hamlet’s father was far superior to King Claudius.

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