Hamlet is Shakespeares most famous work, a complex tragedy of Elizabethan England. The questions and problems encountered in the playparents treatment of their children, corruption and evil, loyalty, and fateare still relevant to students and todays world. Important aspects for study include the characterization of Hamlet, the use of soliloquies, and the interpretation of themes dealing with death, corruption, immortality, human nature, the search for self-identity, and making moral choices.
Students are introduced to Shakespeares Elizabethan world and explore the complexities of his language. They also analyze major themes and characters, recognize irony and imagery, and examine the use of character foils.
Supplementary materials include a glossary, essay topics, research projects, and a quiz and test with answer keys.
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