What does Ophelia Tell us about Hamlet?

What does Ophelia Tell us about Hamlet?

Ophelia tells her father exactly what Hamlet expected she would tell him. Hamlet is using Ophelia; he wants King Claudius to start being nervous about him, and he knows that if he acts weird to his girlfriend, Ophelia, she will tell her father, Polonius.

What is Laertes advice to Ophelia concerning Hamlet?

Laertes’ advice to Ophelia about Hamlet is that she should stay far away from him. He reminds her that she is the mere daughter of the King’s advisor and that he is the Prince. She should not take his advances seriously because he is using her. He also advises her to remain virtuous and pure – as a young maiden should.

What does Polonius warn Ophelia about Hamlet?

What is Polonius saying about Hamlet’s sweet words to Ophelia when he says, “When the blood burns, how prodigal the soul lends the tongue vows”? He is saying men will say anything to get what they want. Polonius tells Ophelia that Hamlet may walk with a “larger tether” than she.

How is Ophelia used against Hamlet?

Ophelia is hurt so deeply by Hamlet’s cruel words and his accusations that she uses her feminine nature to deceive men. Hamlet is so consumed by grief and the desire for revenge that he calls Ophelia a ‘breeder of sinners’ and suggests that she ‘get thee to a nunnery. ‘ He also tells Ophelia he ‘loved (her) not.

What does Ophelia agree to obey?

At the end of Scene III, Ophelia agrees to “obey.” What will she do? She agrees to obey Polonius’ wish that she would stay away from Hamlet and reject his affections. The ghost told Hamlet that King Hamlet was murdered by Claudius, and it asked Hamlet to avenge the murder.

When Laertes is about to leave Ophelia reminds him to be careful of what?

He is concerned about his sister’s growing attachment to Prince Hamlet and so he warns her to be cautious of his hidden plans. Laertes warns his sister to be chaste threatening that if she gives into Hamlet, he will grow bored with her and leave her.

Why is Horatio worried about Hamlet being alone with the ghost?

Horatio warns Hamlet not to follow the ghost, he is concerned the ghost is malevolent and might lead Hamlet to his death or drive him mad. The ghost instructs Hamlet to avenge his death and kill Claudius. The ghost leaves and Horatio and Marcellus find Hamlet alone.

What does Polonius tell Ophelia about Hamlet?

Polonius is quite direct and tells Ophelia that in truth, she must not henceforth waste any moment of her free time to talk to or discuss anything with Hamlet. He therefore forbids her to have such contact with him. She must obey his instruction and behave appropriately.

Why was Polonius so strict with his daughter?

It is ironic that Polonius is so strict with his daughter at this point, for later in the play he will do a complete about-turn and use his daughter to glean information from Hamlet. He will actually encourage her to lead Hamlet on and essentially spy on the young prince so that he can report the details to Claudius.

Who is the social superior of Reynaldo in Hamlet?

Polonius is Reynaldo’s social superior. Why is Reynaldo obligated to follow Polonius’s instructions? What does Polonius advise Reynaldo to do? Nice work!