Hamlet - Revenge Theme
English
Grade 7
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A worksheet analyzing the theme of revenge in Hamlet, including a focus on Shakespeare's language and literary devices.
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Hamlet - Revenge Theme
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Examination of Hamlet's Soliloquy
To be, or not to be: that is the question:
Whether 'tis nobler in the mind to suffer
The slings and arrows of outrageous fortune,
Or to take arms against a sea of troubles,
And by opposing end them: to die, to sleep;
No more; and by a sleep to say we end
The heart-ache and the thousand natural shocks
That flesh is heir to, 'tis a consummation
Devoutly to be wish'd. To die, to sleep;
To sleep, perchance to dream—ay, there's the rub:
For in that sleep of death what dreams may come,
When we have shuffled off this mortal coil,
Must give us pause—there's the respect
That makes calamity of so long life.
For who would bear the whips and scorns of time,
Th'oppressor's wrong, the proud man's contumely,
The pangs of dispriz'd love, the law's delay,
The insolence of office, and the spurns
That patient merit of the unworthy takes,
When he himself might his quietus make
With a bare bodkin? Who would fardels bear,
To grunt and sweat under a weary life,
But that the dread of something after death,
The undiscover'd country from whose bourn
No traveller returns, puzzles the will,
And makes us rather bear those ills we have,
Than fly to others that we know not of?
Thus conscience does make cowards of us all;
And thus the native hue of resolution
Is sicklied o'er with the pale cast of thought,
And enterprises of great pith and moment
With this regard their currents turn awry,
And lose the name of action.
1.
Identify one metaphor used in Hamlet's soliloquy and explain its meaning.
[2 marks]2.
What literary device is used in the phrase 'the native hue of resolution / Is sicklied o'er with the pale cast of thought'?
[2 marks]3.
Explain the significance of the phrase 'To die, to sleep; / No more;' in the context of Hamlet’s thoughts about death.
[3 marks]4.
Which tone is most evident in this soliloquy? a) cheerful, b) contemplative, c) angry, d) humorous
[1 mark]Aa) cheerful
Bb) contemplative
Cc) angry
Dd) humorous
5.
Describe how Hamlet's hesitation about death reflects his overall attitude towards revenge.
[3 marks]6.
Analyze the use of question and answer structure in this soliloquy. Why does Hamlet pose questions?
7.
Identify and describe one example of internal conflict in the excerpt.
[2 marks]8.
How does Shakespeare's use of rhythm and meter enhance the mood of the soliloquy?
[3 marks]B
Creative Writing Prompt
Imagine Hamlet has made a firm decision to take action against his enemies. Write a monologue expressing his resolve, doubts, and feelings about revenge. Use vivid language and literary devices to convey his emotional state.
1.
Your monologue should be at least 20 lines long. Include a clear opening, development of ideas, and a closing.
2.
Checklist for your writing:
- Use at least two literary devices (e.g., metaphor, alliteration, personification)
- Convey Hamlet's internal conflict
- Maintain a tone appropriate for a character driven by revenge
- Include vivid imagery
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