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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 4, Scene 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Does Hamlet think the ghost can harm him?
(a) No.
(b) Only if he is afraid of it.
(c) Not if he carries garlic and a crucifix.
(d) Yes.

2. Who is Ophelia?
(a) Daughter of Hamlet, sister of Horatio.
(b) Daughter of Claudius, cousin of Hamlet.
(c) Daughter of Polonius, sister of Laertes.
(d) Daughter of Gertrude, sister of Hamlet.

3. In Act 2, Scene 1, what does Ophelia say about the look on Hamlet's face?
(a) He looked like he was ready to cry.
(b) He looked like he came out of Hell.
(c) He looked like he had seen a ghost.
(d) He looked like he wanted to kiss her.

4. In Act 1, Scene 3, what does Polonius ask Ophelia to do about Hamlet?
(a) Flirt with him.
(b) Stay away from him.
(c) Make friends with him.
(d) Spy on him.

5. When Claudius finds out Hamlet has killed someone, what is he most worried about?
(a) Whether Hamlet should stand trial.
(b) Whether a doctor can help Hamlet get better.
(c) Whether Hamlet will try to kill.
(d) Whether the murder will affect his power and ability to rule.

Short Answer Questions

1. What other "crime" has been committed against the last king?

2. What does Ophelia say about violets?

3. What happens to Ophelia after her father's death?

4. After Hamlet's behavior during the play-within-a-play, what do Rosencrantz and Guildenstern agree to do with Hamlet?

5. What does Ophelia tell Laertes about his advice on her love life?

(see the answer key)

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