Ghost

Question 1

“It harrows me with fear and wonder”

Answer 1

Horatio, A1S1 his first oxymoronic impression of the ghost

Question 2

“Fair and warlike form”

Answer 2

Horatio, A1S1 oxymoronic presentation of the ghost, creates uncertainty for his true nature

Question 3

“Hyperion to a saytr”

Answer 3

A1S2, Hamlet’s comparison of King Hamlet to Claudius

Question 4

“My fate cries out!”

Answer 4

A1S4, Hamlet’s view of the ghost, it’s immediately his duty to see the ghost as his son

Question 5

“Something’s rotten in the state of Denmark.”

Answer 5

A1S4, Marcellus makes this observation to reflect the audience’s perception of the supernatural and the potential sinister nature of the ghost. Foreshadows that nothing good will come of this.

Question 6

“Remember me!”

Answer 6

A1S5, the Ghost gives a purpose to Hamlet’s isolated grief, as he is finally validated in his feelings.

Question 7

“Tears perchance for blood.”

Answer 7

A3S4 Hamlet reminds himself (by the reappearance of the Ghost) that he should be intent on murder, and that he can’t be distracted by his duty.