Hamlet Key Scene Essay

Question 1

Name the quotes in paragraph 1 (Act 1 Scene 5) and analyse

Answer 1

“With wings as swift”
This statement suggest a passionate, immediate resolve to act; however, Hamlets trust is soon undetermined by fear.
“May be the devil”
The juxtaposition of these lines illustrates how the supernatural revelation instigates doubt rather than clarity, as Hamlet is left torn between a burning desire for revenge and the terror of potential deception.

Question 2

Name the quotes in paragraph 2(Act 3 Scene 5) and analyse

Answer 2

“Frightend with false fire?”
This mocking remark not only exposes Claudiuses guilt but momentarily boosts Hamlets confidence as he says…
“I’ll take the ghosts word for a thousand pound”
The moment crystalises the internal conflict between desire for decisive revenge and the paralyzing internist brought by uncertainty.

Question 3

Name the quotations in paragraph 3 (Act 3 Scene 3) and analyse

Answer 3

“Now might I do it”
This revelation reveals how Hamlets moral doubts prevent him from a ging despite clear evidence of Claudiuss guilt.
“My words fly up, my thoughts remain below”
Hamlets failure in this scene illustrates that even when he is on the cusp of justice, his uncertainty learns to inaction.

Question 4

Name the quotations in paragraph 4( Act 5 Scene 2) and analyse

Answer 4

“Then venom to thy work!”
Indicating that only the face of death does his paralysis break. This final act of killing Claudius, although a moral victory come tragically too late as it fails to salvage the ruined state of the danish court.
“The rest is silence”
Symbolises the price of his internal conflict- the loss of his own life and the destruction of those around him. By failing to act sooner hamlets uncertainty and profound doubt have not only cost him his chance at a different future but has created a widespread tragedy.

Question 5

What’s the main theme?

Answer 5

The protagonist is paralysed by uncertainty