ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

FAMOUS PLAYWRIGHT POET AND OTHERS

HAMLET

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
At one point, Hamlet compares himself to Fortinbras Jr. In what way does Hamlet feel they differ?
A
Fortinbras Jr. takes action when required.
B
Hamlet takes action when required.
C
Hamlet is not a royal.
D
Fortinbras in not a royal.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Hamlet compares himself to Fortinbras & realizes he cant do something as simple/small as getting revenge for his father. Hamlet has a great deal to gain from seeking his own bloody revenge on Claudius, and yet he still delays and fails to act toward his purpose.

Detailed explanation-2: -How does the comparison of Hamlet to Fortinbras develop Hamlet’s character? emphasizes Hamlet’s self-pity, indecisiveness, and his concern with cowardice.

Detailed explanation-3: -Fortinbras is very bold about his choice of attack and is determined to destroy Denmark and Claudius by using his army whereas Hamlet is sly and indecisive about his plan and acting like a madman to confuse everyone and get the job done easily.

Detailed explanation-4: -Both characters are bent on avenging the death of their fathers who were murdered. In Act I, two different revenge plots by these two men are revealed, and while Fortinbras is very open and bold about killing Claudius, Hamlet is sly and quiet about his plan.

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