The first death that takes place in the play is caused by Claudius who kills Hamlet senior, his brother, in order to marriey Gertrude and be crowned King. Claudius" actions toward Hamlet senior created numerous and unforseen consequences which spoiled the whole reign of Denmark. ... Hamlet is informed by the ghost of his father that he has been murdered by the man who is now King of Denmark and new husband of Hamlet's mother. ... Hamlet, who is very angry because of Claudius" involvement in his father's death and also her marriage with the King, is very rude with her. ......

• Word Count: 1643
• Approx Pages: 7
• Grade Level: High School

Hamlet compares Denmark to an "unweeded garden" to symbolize the corruption within his country, that is seeded within Claudius and his incestuous marriage to Gertrude. Hamlet goes on to compare his father to Claudius and comment on the relationship between King Hamlet and Gertrude. So excellent a King that was to this Hyperion to a satyr; so loving to my mother That he might not beteem the winds of heaven Visit her face too roughly (I, ii, 145-148). In Hamlet's eyes Claudius is a beast in comparison to the god-like features of his father. ... "The play's the thing/ Wherein I'll ...

• Word Count: 1431
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• Grade Level: High School