ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

FAMOUS PLAYWRIGHT POET AND OTHERS

HAMLET

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Claudius is not the powerful warrior ____ was.
A
Victor
B
Old Norway
C
Old Hamlet
D
Old Fortinbras
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Claudius is the brother of Old Hamlet and Hamlet’s uncle. After his brother’s death, he married Gertrude and became the King of Denmark and criticises Hamlet for being too upset over the death of his father. Claudius confesses that he murdered his own brother in order to get the crown and marry his wife.

Detailed explanation-2: -Hamlet Characters & Descriptions Claudius is Old Hamlet’s brother, uncle to Hamlet, and the present King of Denmark.

Detailed explanation-3: -Claudius is a morally weak villain who values power and material things more than he values others. He differs from other men in the play because he is cunning, lacks morals, and is manipulative. Other men in Hamlet seek justice and have strong morals that dictate their decisions.

Detailed explanation-4: -It is evident from this speech that he was a most noble king, who ruled solely in the interests of his kingdom, and not in his personal interests. He had no ambitions, and in no way molested any of his neighbors, but kept his land in prosperity and peace.

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