ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

FAMOUS PLAYWRIGHT POET AND OTHERS

HAMLET

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Claudius is more concerned about threats ____
A
outside of his state.
B
within his state.
C
against Polonius.
D
against his wife.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: –Claudius is worried that it could have been him behind the tapestry instead of Polonius, and he also worries about how he will release this information to the public. This shows that he is more concerned about himself than his wife or Polonius.

Detailed explanation-2: -In a public show of concern, Claudius explains to his assembled courtiers that he cannot jail his nephew because Hamlet remains too popular with the people. A riot would inevitably occur if he punished Hamlet for his part in Polonius’ death, so instead he will send the young man into exile.

Detailed explanation-3: -Fearing that Hamlet is a threat to his life and throne, the King summons Rosencrantz and Guildenstern and instructs them to hurry and take Hamlet to England.

Detailed explanation-4: -King Claudius responds to the threat of war from Norway, by sending a message to the uncle of the king of Fortinbras informing him of young Fortinbras’ mission and in that he is using war supplies from Norway’s subjects, and to stop young Fortinbras from moving further.

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