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The idea of contrapasso
Idea refers to the punishment of souls in Dante’s inferno by a process either resembling of contrasting with sin itself
How does Claudius reflect this motif?
His corruption poisons the entire kingdom. It shows how the ruler’s sins affect well-being.
What is the role of the fool in Hamlet?
The gravedigger uses humor and irony to reflect on death and truth
What are Polonius’s famous precepts?
polonius precepts reveal both superficial wisdom and deep irony
What is the role of the Players in Hamlet?
They enable Hamlet to test Claudius’s guilt and reflect the power of performance and fiction.
What is the significance of the Troy tale?
The significance of the Troy tale highlights how Hamlet is moved by the actor’s passion for a fictional story.