ophelia Flashcards
“My dear brother, do not as some ungracious pastors do”
- calling out her brothers hypocrisy
- a reply to Laertes talking of her virginity
- she calls him a hypocrite (not submissive) as men are morally and sexually loose whereas women have to live up to the image of purity
- gender roles
“Made tenders of his affection to me”
“I shall obey, My Lord”
What does Ophelia say about her father in Act 3, Scene 1?
Ophelia expresses her sorrow over her father’s death and her confusion about Hamlet’s behavior.
In Act 3, Scene 1, what does Ophelia mean when she says, ‘O, what a noble mind is here o’erthrown!’?
Ophelia is lamenting Hamlet’s apparent madness and the loss of his noble character.
True or False: Ophelia’s lines in Act 3 reflect her increasing madness.
True
Fill in the blank: In Act 3, Ophelia describes Hamlet’s behavior as _____.
strange
What does Ophelia accuse Hamlet of in Act 3, Scene 1?
She accuses him of being deceitful and betraying her trust.
What is the significance of Ophelia’s flowers in Act 4, Scene 5?
The flowers symbolize her madness and the themes of love, betrayal, and death.
In Act 4, how does Ophelia respond to her father’s death?
She descends into madness and begins to speak in riddles and songs.
What does Ophelia’s line ‘I would give you some violets, but they withered all when my father died’ indicate?
It indicates her loss of innocence and the impact of her father’s death on her mental state.
How does Ophelia’s madness manifest in her speech in Act 4?
Her speech becomes fragmented, filled with nonsensical phrases and references to death.
What does Ophelia mean when she sings, ‘He is dead and gone, lady’?
She is expressing her grief over the loss of her father and her own emotional turmoil.
True or False: Ophelia’s character remains stable throughout Acts 3 and 4.
False
What role does Ophelia play in the themes of madness in Hamlet?
Ophelia’s descent into madness highlights the consequences of political intrigue and personal betrayal.
What is the emotional tone of Ophelia’s lines in Act 4?
The tone is sorrowful and chaotic, reflecting her mental instability.
In Act 3, which character does Ophelia have a significant interaction with that amplifies her distress?
Hamlet
What does Ophelia mean when she says, ‘I was the more deceived’?
She acknowledges her naivety and the betrayal she feels from Hamlet.
Fill in the blank: Ophelia’s madness is often interpreted as a result of _____ and _____ in her life.
grief, betrayal
What does the repetition of flowers in Ophelia’s dialogue symbolize?
It symbolizes the fragility of life and the themes of love and death.
How does Ophelia view her relationship with Hamlet in Act 3?
She is conflicted, feeling both love and betrayal.
What is the impact of Ophelia’s death on the play’s conclusion?
Her death serves as a catalyst for Laertes’ revenge and escalates the tragic events.
True or False: Ophelia’s lines in Act 3 are filled with clarity and resolve.
False
What does Ophelia’s line ‘I hope all will be well’ imply about her state of mind?
It reflects her desperate wish for stability amidst chaos.
What does Ophelia’s singing of old songs in Act 4 suggest?
It suggests her longing for a simpler, happier time before her father’s death.
What does Ophelia’s interaction with Gertrude in Act 4 reveal?
It reveals the generational differences in coping with grief and loss.
In Act 4, what does Ophelia’s fragmented speech style indicate?
It indicates her deteriorating mental state and loss of coherence.
What does Ophelia say about flowers in Act 5?
Ophelia distributes flowers and refers to them, symbolizing different emotions and meanings.
True or False: Ophelia expresses clear sanity in her quotes in Act 5.
False
Fill in the blank: Ophelia’s mental state in Act 5 can be described as __________.
fragile
What does Ophelia’s line ‘I would give you some violets, but they withered all when my father died’ signify?
It signifies her grief and the loss of innocence after her father’s death.
Multiple Choice: Which flower does Ophelia NOT mention in Act 5? A) Rose B) Rue C) Daisy D) Violet
A) Rose
What theme do Ophelia’s quotes in Act 5 primarily explore?
The themes of madness, grief, and the fragility of life.
Short Answer: How does Ophelia’s behavior in Act 5 reflect her emotional state?
Her erratic behavior and fragmented speech reflect her deep emotional turmoil and descent into madness.
True or False: Ophelia directly addresses Hamlet in her quotes during Act 5.
False
What is the significance of the quote ‘There’s rosemary, that’s for remembrance’?
It signifies the importance of memory and mourning, especially in relation to her father.
Fill in the blank: Ophelia’s distribution of flowers represents her attempts to cope with __________.
loss and sorrow
