Wednesday, March 2, 2011

ENG 125 - Hamlet Essay Questions



In addition to your response to your selected question (at least 4 pages), it is expected that you will provide at least two sources separate from the stories and authors selected. Start your research on all facets of your chosen question as soon as possible. If you have questions or concerns, do not hesitate to contact me. Essay to be in Arial or Times 12pt font and double spaced. Be sure to cite in accordance with MLA guidelines.

Answer one of the following:

1. Though Hamlet is Shakespeare’s most famous and most popular tragedy, the tragic action is constantly disturbed by comedy or irrelevance and the protagonist is inadequate as a tragic hero. How fair is this comment about the play?

2. Examine the ways that Shakespeare presents and uses revenge in Hamlet.

3. ‘In the end the revenge plot deals out justice to all the characters.’ How far does your reading of the play support this view?

Due Wednesday 9th of March, 2011 before 10:30 a.m.

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