Thursday, November 13, 2008

Reaction to Polonius

What is your reaction to Polonius's decision to tell King Claudius his interpretation of Hamlet's behavior? Does he have an obligation to do so since he is the king's advisor (notice there is NO comma before the word "since")? Should he just stay out of it all together? Should he advice Ophelia on the matter then leave it alone? USE THREE VOCABULARY WORDS TO RESPOND.

Tuesday, November 11, 2008

Reaction to Hamlet

React to any of Act I scene 5 or Act II scene 1 using two vocabulary words. You can discuss what information Hamlet is given my his father, what Hamlet might be thinking, whether it is ethical for a father to spy on his son (as Polonius does), etc.