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Claudius wanted Hamlet to return to school in Wittenberg to distance him from the court's atmosphere of mourning and intrigue following King Hamlet's death. By sending him back to school, Claudius hoped to alleviate Hamlet's grief and provide him with a constructive outlet, while also reducing the potential threat Hamlet posed to his own rule. Additionally, Claudius aimed to reinforce his authority and control over Hamlet, ensuring that the young prince remained away from the political machinations at court.
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Who does claudius send to spy on Prince Hamlet and monitor his insanity?
Claudius sends Rosencrantz and Guildenstern to spy on Prince Hamlet and monitor his behavior. They are former school friends of Hamlet, and Claudius hopes to use them to uncover the reasons behind Hamlet's apparent madness. Their mission is to gather information and report back to the king about Hamlet's state of mind.
Who killed Hamlet's father and how does Hamlet find out?
Hamlet's uncle Claudius killed Hamlet's father (called Hamlet Sr.). The ghost of Hamlet Sr. comes back from the dead and tells Hamlet Jr. so. Hamlet Jr. confirms this by re-enacting the murder as a play, which upsets Uncle Claudius.
What request does Claudius deny Hamlet?
Claudius denies Hamlet from heading back to Wittenberg. It should be noted that Hamlet made the choice himself, but was persuaded by Claudius to say no.
What was an obligation that Hamlet resented?
An obligation that Hamlet resented was when he decided to let Rosencrantz and Guildenstern die in his place. He had to do this because he wanted to go back to Denmark and kill Claudius but the price he had to pay was letting his good friends die.
What did King Claudius letters say to hamlet?
In King Claudius's letters to Hamlet, he expresses concern for Hamlet's well-being and his grief over his father's death. Claudius invites Hamlet back to court, attempting to manipulate him into returning to Denmark, while also maintaining an appearance of benevolence. The letters serve as a strategic move to control Hamlet and manage the political situation, highlighting Claudius's duplicity and his desire to maintain power.
What do the king and queen say to Hamlet about going back to school?
They both say they want Hamlet to stay at Elsinore Castle instead of going back to school at Wittenberg.
Which of Hamlet's plans does Claudius say is most retrograde to our desire?
"As for your intent in going back to school in Wittenberg, it is most retrograde to our desire." Act I Scene 2.
How are Claudius and Polonius going to find out what Hamlet is up to?
Claudius and Polonius plan to discover Hamlet's true intentions by using Ophelia as bait; they intend to observe her interactions with Hamlet to gauge his behavior and feelings. Additionally, they arrange for Rosencrantz and Guildenstern, Hamlet's friends, to spy on him and report back. This manipulation reflects their desire to control the situation and understand Hamlet's erratic actions.
Hamlet is sent to?
Claudius sends Hamlet to England after Hamlet kills Polonius. However, Hamlet's ship is intercepted by pirates and Hamlet is able to talk his way on to their boat and back to Denmark. Rosencrantz and Guildenstern remain on Hamlet's boat and land in England, where they are executed.
What does Claudius arrange to happen to Hamlet when he arrives in England?
2 parts to this question... To get rid of Hamlet, King Claudius first sends Hamlet to Englan along with Rosencrantz and Guildenstern with a letter that requests putting Hamlet to death. This plan fails because Hamlet finds out and switches the letter resulting in the death of its carrier (Rosencrantz and Guildenstern). When he comes back.. the King tries to get rid of him by 1. Putting poisin in his drink (but fails and Gertrude ends up drinking it). 2. Poisining Laertes' sowrd so he would kill Hamlet while fighting, and he succeeds. (But of course that happens after Hamlet finds out and kills the King)
Who was Murdered by Hamlet?
Hamlet was a mass murderer. First he stabbed Polonius while he was evesdropping behind a curtain. Then he forged an order for Rosencrantz and Guildenstern to be put to death. Laertes was next murdered by Hamlet in the fencing match where Laertes had the posioned sword. Hamlet ended up with it and cut Laertes. Finally, Hamlet killed Claudius. That's five people.
What does the king tell Hamlet after he sends cornelius and voltimand to Norway?
Claudius deals with Laertes first, before turning to Hamlet. He asks why he is still depressed. Hamlet, after a discussion with the Queen, makes a speech about how genuine his grief is. Claudius then tells him that he is mourning too much and should stop, that he is the heir to the throne, and that he won't be leaving Denmark to go back to university.
