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In "Hamlet," the term "antic disposition" refers to Hamlet's deliberate act of feigning madness to obscure his true intentions and investigate his father's death. By adopting this guise, he aims to confuse his enemies and gain the freedom to express his thoughts and feelings without raising suspicion. This strategy allows him to explore the complexities of his situation while also reflecting the theme of appearance versus reality in the play.
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What does hamlet mean by putting on an antic disposition what do you think he hopes to accomplish?
When Hamlet decides to put on an "antic disposition" he is suggesting that he should act like a madman. In Shakespeare's time antic meant disturbingly or even threateningly bizarre or irrational. By acting crazy, Hamlet hopes to confuse the king and make him uneasy.
What does hamlet decide to do after seeing his fathers ghost?
He decides to "put an antic disposition on" and to swear his friends to secrecy.
Did Hamlet act crazy even before he tells his friends that he may put an antic disposition on?
yes
What does hamlet warn Horatio about in terms of his future behaviour?
"I shall put an antic disposition on." He's going to pretend to be crazy.
What does antic face mean?
it means horrible
In what Act of Hamlet is Hamlets play?
Hamlet starts acting mad in Act 1, after he has seen the ghost of his father. He says, "I'll put an antic disposition on."
Who knows Hamlet is only acting insane?
Horatio, Marcellus and Bernardo have heard him say that he "will put an antic disposition on", but neither they nor can any member of the audience be absolutely sure how much of Hamlet's insanity is put on and how much is real. The question forms one of the eternal debates about this play.
When was Antic Hay created?
Antic Hay was created in 1923.
When was Antic - magazine - created?
Antic - magazine - was created in 1982.
When did Antic - magazine - end?
Antic - magazine - ended in 1990.
When was Atlantic Antic created?
Atlantic Antic was created in 1974.
How tall is Maya Antic?
Maya Antic is 170 cm.
