“Gaming, My LordSpies and informants

Polonius’ Values

Read 2.1.1-83 aloud Find and copy words and phrases

that reveal Polonius’ values Based on these what can you

conclude about his character List 3 adjectives to describe Polonius

based on scene 1 and 2. Include lines from the scene to support each adjective (write the lines don’t just reference).

Playing the newly mad Hamlet

Pantomime what isn’t seen in 2.1.84-134 (“My lord, as I was sewing in my closet” to “And to the last bended their light on me”).

One reads while the others mime the prescribed actions, including adjustments to clothing

Motivation

What is Hamlet up to in this scene? Why is he treating Ophelia this way? Why Ophelia, of all people? Does Hamlet love Ophelia? If not, how does he show this? If yes, what possible reasons could he have

for putting on this show for her? What about Ophelia-- Does she love

Hamlet? What is her reaction to his behavior Try to pinpoint (lines) her feelings for him.

Homework

Read 2.2.187-338 (“How does my good Lord Hamlet?” to “Why did you laugh then, when I said man delights not me?”) and write in logs.

If you have questions about words and/or images, look them up! Don’t remain ignorant. Language (tricks) is a crucial part of understanding Shakespeare. What is a fishmonger? What is a carrion? Why does he use these words?