Hamlet - Revenge Theme Analysis
English
Grade 8
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An analysis worksheet focusing on the theme of revenge in Shakespeare's Hamlet, including an extract and related questions.
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Hamlet - Revenge Theme Analysis
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Excerpts from 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—
1.
Identify and explain the use of any literary technique in the phrase "the slings and arrows of outrageous fortune."
[2 marks]2.
What is the main dilemma Hamlet is contemplating in this soliloquy?
[2 marks]3.
Describe the significance of the phrase "To die—to sleep" in the context of Hamlet's thoughts.
[2 marks]4.
Which literary device is present in the phrase "when we have shuffled off this mortal coil"?
Aa) Metaphor
Bb) Personification
Cc) Alliteration
Dd) Hyperbole
5.
Explain the meaning of the phrase "the heart-ache and the thousand natural shocks".
[2 marks]6.
Analyze the tone of Hamlet's soliloquy. How does Shakespeare convey Hamlet’s emotional state?
7.
Identify two key themes present in this soliloquy related to revenge.
[2 marks]8.
In your own words, summarize what Hamlet is contemplating in this speech.
[2 marks]9.
Choose the best answer: Which literary device does Hamlet use to question the afterlife?
a) Hyperbole
b) Rhetorical question
c) Metaphor
d) Alliteration
Aa) Hyperbole
Bb) Rhetorical question
Cc) Metaphor
Dd) Alliteration
B
Creative Writing Prompt
Imagine you are Hamlet reflecting on his own dilemma. Write a monologue (20 lines) expressing your feelings about revenge and mortality.
1.
Create a monologue that reveals Hamlet's inner struggle with revenge and death. Use imagery and poetic devices.
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