Hamlet Act 4 Quotes

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    A man may fish with a worm that hath eat of a king, and eat of the fish that hath fed the worm

    • Hamlet
    • Ophelia
    • Claudius
    • Gertrude
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This quiz focuses on key quotes from Act 4 of Shakespeare's Hamlet. Participants identify speakers of notable lines, enhancing understanding of character development and thematic elements. Ideal for students of literature and drama.

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  • 2. 

    How dangerous is it that this man goes loose

    • Hamlet

    • Ophelia

    • Claudius

    • Gertrude

    Correct Answer
    A. Claudius
    Explanation
    Claudius being loose is dangerous because he is the main antagonist in the play "Hamlet." He is responsible for the death of Hamlet's father, King Hamlet, and has usurped the throne by marrying Hamlet's mother, Gertrude. Claudius is a manipulative and deceitful character who will stop at nothing to maintain his power and cover up his crimes. His presence poses a threat to the other characters, as he is willing to go to great lengths to protect his position as king.

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  • 3. 

    How all occasions inform against me and spur my dull revenge

    • Hamlet

    • Ophelia

    • Claudius

    • Gertrude

    Correct Answer
    A. Hamlet
    Explanation
    In this quote from Hamlet, the speaker is expressing frustration and feeling overwhelmed by the circumstances that seem to be working against him. The phrase "all occasions inform against me" suggests that every situation or event is somehow conspiring to reveal his flaws or hinder his plans. The phrase "spur my dull revenge" indicates that he is motivated to take revenge but feels incapable or ineffective in doing so. This quote reflects Hamlet's internal struggles and his sense of being trapped in a web of deceit and betrayal.

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  • 4. 

    My thoughts be blood or be nothing worth!

    • Hamlet

    • Ophelia

    • Claudius

    • Gertrude

    Correct Answer
    A. Hamlet
    Explanation
    The quote "My thoughts be blood or be nothing worth!" is spoken by Hamlet, the main character in the play "Hamlet" by William Shakespeare. This quote reflects Hamlet's intense desire for revenge and his determination to take action, even if it means shedding blood. It also highlights Hamlet's internal struggle and his belief that his thoughts and actions must be significant and meaningful. Overall, this quote captures the complex and conflicted nature of Hamlet's character.

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  • 5. 

    You must wear your rue with a difference. There's a daisy; I would give you some violets, but they withered

    • Hamlet

    • Ophelia

    • Claudius

    • Gertrude

    Correct Answer
    A. Ophelia
    Explanation
    Ophelia is the correct answer because the quote is from the play "Hamlet" and Ophelia is one of the characters in the play. The quote suggests that the speaker wants to give Ophelia some violets, but they have withered. This quote is often interpreted as a symbol of Ophelia's own withering and decline in the play.

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  • 6. 

    What is man, if his chief good and market of his time be but to sleep and feed

    • Hamlet

    • Ophelia

    • Claudius

    • Gertrude

    Correct Answer
    A. Hamlet
    Explanation
    The given quote suggests that if a person's main purpose in life is only to sleep and eat, then what is the value and essence of that person. The quote is spoken by Hamlet in the play "Hamlet" by William Shakespeare. Therefore, the correct answer to this question is Hamlet, as he is the one who utters these words.

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  • 7. 

    To cut his throat i' the church

    • Hamlet

    • Ophelia

    • Claudius

    • Gertrude

    • Laertes

    Correct Answer
    A. Laertes
    Explanation
    In the play "Hamlet," Laertes is the character who utters the line "To cut his throat i' the church." This line is spoken during a heated conversation between Laertes and Claudius, where Laertes expresses his anger and desire for revenge against Hamlet for the death of his father, Polonius. The line suggests that Laertes is willing to go to extreme lengths to seek vengeance, even if it means committing a violent act within the sacred space of a church.

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  • 8. 

    There's rosemary for rememberace;...and there is panies, that's for thoughts

    • Hamlet

    • Ophelia

    • Claudius

    • Gertrude

    Correct Answer
    A. Ophelia
    Explanation
    The quote is from the play "Hamlet" and is spoken by Ophelia. Ophelia is discussing different types of flowers and their symbolic meanings. She mentions rosemary for remembrance and pansies for thoughts. This quote reflects Ophelia's fragile mental state and her preoccupation with memory and thoughts.

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  • 9. 

    And so i a noble father lost...but my revenge will come

    • Hamlet

    • Ophelia

    • Claudius

    • Gertrude

    • Laertes

    Correct Answer
    A. Laertes
    Explanation
    Laertes is the correct answer because he is the character who speaks these lines in the play "Hamlet" by William Shakespeare. In this quote, Laertes expresses his determination to avenge his father's death. He is motivated by the loss and plans to seek revenge. This quote highlights Laertes' strong emotions and his resolve to take action.

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  • 10. 

    Who created this quiz?

    • Shyam Patel

    • Sagar Patel

    Correct Answer
    A. Sagar Patel
    Explanation
    The quiz was created by Sagar Patel.

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  • 11. 

    When sorrows come, they come not in single spies, but in battalions

    • Hamlet

    • Ophelia

    • Claudius

    • Gertrude

    Correct Answer
    A. Claudius
    Explanation
    In this quote from Hamlet, the speaker is expressing that when sorrows come, they do not come one by one, but rather in large and overwhelming numbers. The quote suggests that sorrows tend to come all at once, making them even more difficult to bear. The answer "Claudius" does not seem to be related to the quote and may be unrelated to the context of the question.

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  • 12. 

    Mad as the sea and wind when both contend which is mightier

    • Hamlet

    • Ophelia

    • Claudius

    • Gertrude

    Correct Answer
    A. Gertrude
    Explanation
    Gertrude is the correct answer because she is the character in the play "Hamlet" who is described as being "mad as the sea and wind when both contend which is mightier." This description suggests that Gertrude is emotionally unstable and unpredictable, much like the turbulent and powerful forces of the sea and wind. The quote implies that Gertrude's madness is intense and fierce, mirroring the conflict between the sea and wind.

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  • 13. 

    We know what we are, but know not what we may be

    • Hamlet

    • Ophelia

    • Claudius

    • Gertrude

    Correct Answer
    A. Ophelia
    Explanation
    In this quote, "We know what we are, but know not what we may be," the speaker is expressing a sense of self-awareness and uncertainty about their future potential. The quote suggests that the speaker understands their current state or identity, but they are unsure about what they could become or achieve in the future. This quote is often attributed to Ophelia, a character in Shakespeare's play Hamlet, who is known for her innocence and vulnerability. Ophelia's character undergoes a tragic transformation throughout the play, which aligns with the theme of uncertainty and the exploration of one's potential.

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  • 14. 

    One woe doth tread upon another's heel, so fast hey follow

    • Hamlet

    • Ophelia

    • Claudius

    • Gertrude

    Correct Answer
    A. Gertrude
    Explanation
    In this quote from Hamlet, the speaker is suggesting that one misfortune quickly follows another. The quote implies a sense of continuous suffering or a chain of unfortunate events. Given this context, the most likely character to utter such a statement would be Gertrude, as she experiences a series of tragic events in the play, including the death of her first husband and the subsequent marriage to her brother-in-law.

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