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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. During his first soliloquy, what does Hamlet say about his mother?
(a) She is grieving too much for his father.
(b) She is responsible for his father's death.
(c) She has too much power over the country.
(d) She forgot his father too quickly.

2. After the ghost disappears, what does Bernardo say about the ghost's behavior?
(a) It looks like it wants to speak.
(b) It looks like it wants to scare people.
(c) It looks like it is crying.
(d) It looks like it is in pain.

3. What does Polonius tell Laertes about borrowing money?
(a) Do not borrow money, but lend money if you can.
(b) Do not borrow or lend money.
(c) Borrowing and lending money is a good thing to do.
(d) Borrowing money is all right, but do not lend money.

4. How many times does the ghost appear in Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) Three times.
(b) Twice.
(c) Four times.
(d) Once.

5. Who is Ophelia in love with?
(a) Horatio.
(b) Polonius.
(c) Laertes.
(d) Hamlet.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Hamlet say when he first hears about the ghost?

2. Early in the play, what country does Claudius send messengers to?

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

4. What is the Prince of Norway's name?

5. In Act 1, Scene 2, what two events does Claudius describe?

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