Hamlet - Act i.i Flashcards
What is happening in the beginning of scene 1?
A sentinel switch. Barnardo and Marcellus arrive to relieve Francisco’s position for the night.
What are they talking about the most?
They are discussing the recent frequent occurrence of a ghost that resembles the deceased King Hamlet.
Why do they think the ghost is appearing?
How is the ghost dressed?
They believe he is appearing to serve some sort of warning.
The ghost resembles the fallen King Hamlet. He is dressed in full battle armour, resembling the type he wore when he defeated Fortinbras Sr.
Why did Marcellus bring Horatio with him?
He brought Horatio (Hamlet’s best friend), in order to see and hopefully speak with the ghost to understand why it is appearing.
Why is the castle being guarded?
The danes are expecting an imminent attack from the Norwegians by Young Fortinbras. Young Fortinbras seeks to reclaim the land his father lost to Hamlet Sr.
What do Horatio, Marcellus and Bernardo decide to do at the end?
They decide to tell Prince Hamlet of what they saw in hopes that Hamlet can speak with the ghost and gain insight as to why it is appearing.
What makes the ghost disappear towards the end?
The sounds from the cocks.
