Read Act 2, scene 2, lines 1-86. Then, complete the worksheet regarding Hamlet's alleged "strange" behavior towards Ophelia. The questions are listed below:
2.1 Questions
1) What is Hamlet up to in this scene?
2) Why is Hamlet treating Ophelia this way? Why her, of all people?
3) 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?
4) What about Ophelia—does she love Hamlet?
5) What is Ophelia’s reaction to Hamlet’s behavior. Try to pinpoint her feelings for him.
Reminders: Vocabulary packet for unit 5 is due tomorrow. Test on Acts 2 & 3 will be Monday, January 26.
