Act 4 Scene 2 Flashcards
What is the setting of Act 4 Scene 2 in Hamlet?
The scene takes place in the castle of Elsinore.
Who are the main characters present in Act 4 Scene 2?
Hamlet, Rosencrantz, and Guildenstern.
True or False: In Act 4 Scene 2, Hamlet agrees to go to England willingly.
False.
Fill in the blank: Hamlet refers to Rosencrantz and Guildenstern as __________.
a pair of sponges.
What does Hamlet accuse Rosencrantz and Guildenstern of in this scene?
He accuses them of being spies for King Claudius.
Multiple Choice: What does Hamlet compare himself to in Act 4 Scene 2?
A king’s fool.
What is Hamlet’s attitude towards Rosencrantz and Guildenstern in this scene?
He is contemptuous and dismissive.
What does Hamlet imply about his own fate in this scene?
He suggests that he is aware of the danger he faces but is defiant about it.
True or False: Hamlet shows remorse for his treatment of Rosencrantz and Guildenstern.
False.
What does Hamlet’s treatment of Rosencrantz and Guildenstern reveal about his character?
It shows his growing paranoia and distrust of others.
