Hamlet Quiz: Act II Questions! Trivia

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    Who are Guildenstern and Rosencrantz?

    • Hamlet's friends from college
    • Hamlet's distant cousins
    • Hamlet's loyal servants
    • Hamlet's siblings
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Hamlet is a tragedy which was written by William Shakespeare. It's one of the most extended plays and most well-known works of literature. The story reflects the revenge taken by Prince Hamlet on his uncle Claudius. Claudius is the person who murdered Hamlet's father and married his mother, Gertrude. This quiz has been created to test your knowledge about Act II characters and Hamlet's events.

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  • 2. 

    What does Claudius want Rosencrantz and Guildenstern to do?

    • Discover the cause of Hamlet's odd behavior

    • Spy on Fortinbras

    • Find out if Ophelia is planning on marrying Hamlet

    • Retrieve Laertes from France

    Correct Answer
    A. Discover the cause of Hamlet's odd behavior
    Explanation
    Claudius wants Rosencrantz and Guildenstern to discover the cause of Hamlet's odd behavior. This implies that Claudius is concerned about Hamlet's recent actions and wants to understand the reasons behind his strange behavior. He sees Rosencrantz and Guildenstern as potential informants who can gather information and report back to him. By knowing the cause of Hamlet's behavior, Claudius may be able to better handle the situation and potentially manipulate or control Hamlet.

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  • 3. 

    Which group of people travels to Elsinore?

    • Monks

    • Pirates

    • Actors

    • Soldiers

    Correct Answer
    A. Actors
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Actors because Elsinore is a location mentioned in the famous play "Hamlet" by William Shakespeare. In the play, a group of actors travels to Elsinore to perform a play within the play, which is a crucial plot point in the story. Therefore, it can be inferred that actors are the group of people who travel to Elsinore.

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    What message is delivered to Claudius regarding Fortinbras's advances?

    • He has been killed on the battlefield and his men have retreated

    • His uncle has redirected him to Poland and asks for safe passage through Denmark

    • He has been pushed back from the Danish border

    • He is advancing without pause and has already overtaken the Northern Quadrant

    Correct Answer
    A. His uncle has redirected him to Poland and asks for safe passage through Denmark
    Explanation
    The correct answer suggests that Claudius receives a message informing him that Fortinbras has been redirected to Poland by his uncle. Additionally, the message asks for safe passage through Denmark. This indicates that Fortinbras is not advancing on Denmark but rather seeking a peaceful passage through the country.

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    What is the purpose of the play that will be staged by the visiting thespians?

    • To give Hamlet something to do

    • To distract Fortinbras

    • To ease the somber mood at Elsinore

    • To prove or disprove the claims of the ghost

    Correct Answer
    A. To prove or disprove the claims of the ghost
    Explanation
    The purpose of the play that will be staged by the visiting thespians is to prove or disprove the claims of the ghost. The ghost of Hamlet's father has claimed that he was murdered by his own brother, Claudius. By reenacting the events of the murder in the play, Hamlet hopes to observe Claudius's reaction and determine if the ghost's claims are true. This play serves as a way for Hamlet to gather evidence and seek justice for his father's death.

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    What does Hamlet do when he goes to Ophelia?

    • He grabs her wrist.

    • He held her hard.

    • He sighed without speaking.

    • All of the above.

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above.
    Explanation
    Hamlet's actions when he goes to Ophelia include grabbing her wrist, holding her hard, and sighing without speaking. Therefore, the correct answer is "All of the above."

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    What was Ophelia doing when Hamlet came to her in his madness?

    • Sleeping

    • Brushing her hair

    • Eating

    • Sewing

    Correct Answer
    A. Sewing
    Explanation
    When Hamlet came to Ophelia in his madness, she was sewing. This suggests that Ophelia was engaged in a quiet, mundane activity, emphasizing her innocence and vulnerability. Sewing also symbolizes domesticity and femininity, highlighting Ophelia's traditional role as a young woman. This detail adds depth to the scene and contributes to the overall characterization of Ophelia and her relationship with Hamlet.

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  • 8. 

    What does Polonius have Reynaldo send to Laertes?

    • Money

    • Letters

    • Both A and B

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Both A and B
    Explanation
    Polonius has Reynaldo send both money and letters to Laertes. This suggests that Polonius wants to ensure that Laertes has the necessary financial support while he is away, as well as staying in touch through written communication. By sending both money and letters, Polonius demonstrates his concern for his son's well-being and desire to maintain a strong connection with him.

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    How do Rosencrantz and Guildenstern know Hamlet?

    • They all served in the military together

    • They are all cousins

    • They all went to college in Wittenberg together

    • They were all childhood friends

    Correct Answer
    A. They were all childhood friends
    Explanation
    The correct answer is that Rosencrantz and Guildenstern knew Hamlet because they were all childhood friends. This means that they have known each other since they were young, indicating a long-standing relationship. The other options, such as serving in the military together, being cousins, or attending college together, do not align with the established relationship of childhood friends.

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