Act 2, Scene 1
Curious about his son's conduct and character, Polonius instructs his servant, Reynaldo, to spy on Laertes. In Paris, Reynaldo will indirectly question Frenchmen regarding Laertes' behavior. Ophelia rushes to her father's side, frightened by Hamlet's lustful and crazed behavior. She reports that Hamlet, half undressed, barged into her room and grabbed her by the wrist. Polonius reasons that Hamlet has gone mad with lust and unrequited love. Deciding to report Hamlet's lovesick state, Polonius brings Ophelia to see King Claudius.
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