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Hamlet is appalled at the revelation that his father has been murdered, and the ghost tells him that as he slept in his garden, a villain poured poison into his ear—the very villain who now wears his crown, Claudius. Hamlet’s worst fears about his uncle are confirmed.
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Aug 21, 2023 · The ghost explains to Hamlet how Claudius murdered him and pleads with Hamlet to take revenge on Claudius. Upon hearing this, Hamlet desires to learn as much as he can as quickly as he can.
Jul 5, 2024 · Hamlet's reaction to the ghost. Summary: Hamlet's reaction to the ghost is one of shock and curiosity. He is initially skeptical but becomes determined to uncover the truth about his...
Jun 2, 2020 · In the middle of Hamlet’s attack, the Ghost returns to remind Hamlet that his real purpose is to avenge his father’s death. Gertrude cannot see the Ghost and pities Hamlet’s apparent madness. After the Ghost exits, Hamlet urges Gertrude to abandon Claudius’s bed.
His instruction for Hamlet to enact revenge on Claudius is in service of political justice to protect the crown, but it is also just as much about personal justice. While Hamlet seems primarily concerned with the latter motive, the Ghost is keenly aware of both purposes.
Hamlet begins speaking to the apparition, begging to know if it truly is the ghost of his father. He asks the ghost to tell him why it has chosen to leave its tomb and wander the grounds of Elsinore in full armor. In response, the ghost motions for Hamlet to follow it.
The Ghost places two restrictions on Hamlet as he carries out revenge against Claudius. What are they? Is Hamlet able to comply with the Ghost's requests throughout the drama?
