ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

FAMOUS PLAYWRIGHT POET AND OTHERS

HAMLET

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The Ghost appears in Scene 4 to
A
make Hamlet appear even more insane in his mother’s eyes.
B
mitigate Hamlet’s cruel treatment of his mother.
C
symbolize Hamlet’s guilt over the killing of Polonius.
D
warn Hamlet that Claudius is going to try to kill him.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -In the middle of Hamlet’s attack, the Ghost returns to remind Hamlet that his real purpose is to avenge his father’s death.

Detailed explanation-2: -Instead of feeling any remorse, Hamlet turns on his mother, attacking her for marrying Claudius so soon after her husband’s death. In the middle of his tirade, the ghost makes an appearance to remind Hamlet of his real goal: vengeance.

Detailed explanation-3: -But the ghost urges Hamlet not to act against his mother in any way, telling him to “leave her to heaven” and to the pangs of her own conscience (I.v.86). As dawn breaks, the ghost disappears.

Detailed explanation-4: -Act 1, Scene 4 Summary: During their stakeout at the castle, Hamlet, Horatio, and Marcellus spot the ghost, who clearly wants to talk to Hamlet. Despite his friends’ protests, Hamlet leaves with the ghost for a private chat.

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