If Hamlet stays close to home, Claudius may keep watch over him to ensure his own safety. ... As Hamlet becomes privy to this information, his attention focuses from avenging his father's death to saving his own life. ... As Claudius' deception of his people further glorifies him as a king, he expels Hamlet out of Elsinore for Hamlet's own safety. ... Claudius recommends, "Hamlet, this deed, for thine especial safety - Which we do tender, as we dearly grieve For that which thou hast done - must send thee hence With fiery quickness. ...

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• Grade Level: High School

In Shakespeare's Hamlet honor and loyalty play a large role in the way that this tragedy unfolds. After being told about his fathers murder, Hamlets loyalty to his loving father begins the plot. Fortinbras" personal honor and loyalty to his father thickens the plot, while Laertes" loyalty brings ...

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It is believed that it is because of his honourable convictions that he is rewarded with a vengeance that does not end with his own demise, as well as, ascendancy to the conveniently empty throne of Denmark. ... But to his credit, Laertes does begin to doubt his own motives during the fight: "My lord, I'll hit him now and yet 'tis almost 'gainst my conscience - (V.ii.296-297). As well, as he lies dying of his poison he confesses his own treachery to Hamlet and tells him of the role of the King, thereby indicting him. ... "Exchange forgiveness with me, noble Hamlet: Mine an...

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• Grade Level: High School