ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

FAMOUS PLAYWRIGHT POET AND OTHERS

HAMLET

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
How does Claudius react to “The Murder of Gonzago”?
A
He acts guilty
B
He says “Give me some light.”
C
He leaves the theater
D
All of these
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Answer. In act iii, the Claudius react to the play “the murder of gonzago-the mousetrap” is that He acts guilty.

Detailed explanation-2: -Sure enough, when the fictional king in the play is murdered in much the same way Hamlet’s father was, Claudius flees, clearly rattled. Hamlet confirms the reaction with Horatio, thrilled that he finally has proof Claudius murdered his father.

Detailed explanation-3: -When Gertrude tells Claudius about Polonius’ death, Claudius thinks first of himself, grateful that he wasn’t the one hidden behind the curtain. This shows his selfishness and implies that he was not especially close to Polonius.

Detailed explanation-4: -How does Claudius react to The Murder of Gonzago? He storms out just after the player king is murdered.

Detailed explanation-5: -Claudius kneels before his private alter and confesses to God that he murdered his brother. He admits that this act is unforgivable but he is unwilling to relinquish his new found power and position. Instead he asks for some divine intervention to soften him so that he can seek forgiveness.

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