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The quote is from the play "Hamlet" and the remark is made by Marcellus in Act I, scene iv.
Marcellus is one of the guard along the battlements of the castle that has alerted Hamlet to the apparition of his dead father.
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What Shakespeare play said 'something is rotten in the state of Denmark'?
There is an injustice being perpetuated in the Danish royal house. ....Mmmm , the Royal House bit in the above reply is historicaly correct.But seeing how we are not in 1603 , intodays world , this phrase means to convey CORRUPTION
What does the Ghost mean when he says the whole ear of Denmark Is by a forged process of your death Rankly abused?
I think this is one of many examples of the 'body politic' in Hamlet. This idea, connected with that of the 'chain of being' is that when the top of the social/political hierachy is affected, then the effect is tranmitted throughout the hierachy, or the chain of being.This example refers to the murder of King Hamlet (the Ghost) who was killed by having poison poured in his ear. Thus his death has affected the whole kingdom. (However, it's worth nothing that it says that the people of Denmark are rankly abused by "a forged process of my death" - which seems to specifically mean that they are abused by the deception of how he died)Other examples of the body politic in Hamlet:'Something is rotten in the state of Denmark' - The 'rotten' state is because of the death of King Hamlet. This is similar to the plague that hangs over Thebes after the murder of King Laertes by Oedipus.'On his choice depends/ The safety and health of this whole state' - Laertes talking about Hamlet to Ophelia'Live and feed upon your majesty' - Guildenstern referring to the people of DenmarkAnyway, I am not registered here, and only came across this question by googling this quote to find out who said it in preparation for my A2 English tomorrow. Hope this answer helps!Oscar, Tunbridge Wells, UK.
What reply does Claudius give to the king of Norway's request that Fortinbras be allowed to match through Denmark to attack the Poles?
He said yes.
Who said The world is in a state of chassis?
Joxer Daly in 'Juno and the Paycock by Sean O'Casey
Which is something that Willy Loman said in the past?
He was going to start a bigger business than Charley's
Something stinks in Norway Where did this quote come from?
*grin* Close! The quote is, "Something is rotten in the State of Denmark." It's from Hamlet, Act I, Scene IV, said by Marcellus to Horatio, as he's commenting on the injustice and corruption in the political/royal hierarchy.
What Shakespeare play said 'something is rotten in the state of Denmark'?
There is an injustice being perpetuated in the Danish royal house. ....Mmmm , the Royal House bit in the above reply is historicaly correct.But seeing how we are not in 1603 , intodays world , this phrase means to convey CORRUPTION
What does the idiom you smell a rat mean?
To "Smell a rat" means that you think "something is fishy", or that "there is something rotten in the state of Denmark." In other words, you think that something, usually slightly evil, is happening, but there is no observable proof of it.To "smell a rat" is to sense that something is not quite right in a situation. You hear this idiom most often when someone is telling you something that you suspect is a lie or not quite all the truth. Joe said that this stock would make us rich, but I smell a rat.To Smell a Rat - something about someone's story that isn't right. An intuition that something isn't right."I smell a rat" means that you are suspicious of something. For example, if you said, "I smell a rat when she talks to me," it means you feel an ulterior motive behind the reason she is talking to you and that perhaps she is up to something.
What does it mean if something is stated?
To state is synonymous with to say.It means that something was said.
What does being in a state of shock mean?
Being in a state of shock refers to a condition in which the body's vital systems are not receiving sufficient blood flow, often due to a sudden drop in blood pressure. This can result in symptoms such as weakness, rapid heartbeat, and confusion. It is a serious medical emergency that requires immediate attention.
What is something important that Andrew Jackson said?
"there should be a wall of speration of church and state"
What country used to rule Norway?
Denmark As said Denmark, but they were in a union under Sweden between 1814 and 1905
What is the history of the flag of Denmark?
The flag of Denmark is said to have originated around the 13th century and is considered to be the oldest state flag in the Guinness Book of World Records. The flag came into Danish possession during the battle of Lyndanisse in 1219 and have kept it ever since.
When was Said Chayesteh born?
Said Chayesteh was born on July 21, 1984, in Albertslund, Denmark.
What Chinese Philosopher said you can not carve anything worthwhile out of rotten wood?
Kung Fu Panda
What is Chester Bennington's favorite song?
its papercut because they were at something in my state and he said that his fav song is papercut
Sentences with the word 'these'?
The word 'these' is a demonstrative pronoun when it takes the place of a noun in a sentence.The word 'these' is an adjective when placed before a noun to describe that noun.Examples:Jane said, "Mother, these are rotten apples." (demonstrative pronoun)"These apples are rotten, mother", said Jane. (adjective)
