“To be or not to be? That is the Question.”

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“To be or not to be? That is the Question.” Interactive Lecture on Hamlet’s Soliloquy Act 3, Scene 1 By: Alexis DeMott

What type of drama is Hamlet? Prior Knowledge: What type of drama is Hamlet? Comedy Historical Tragedy

Prior Knowledge 2. Which of the following is not true in the play Hamlet? Hamlet is seeking revenge for his father’s death. Hamlet faces internal conflicts within himself Hamlet is only interested in being with Ophelia

Prior Knowledge 3. Which of the following is a reason for Hamlet’s hatred of Claudius? Claudius murdered King Hamlet Claudius is marrying Gertrude Claudius stole the throne from Hamlet All of the above

4. Hamlet experiences fits of madness, true or false? Prior Knowledge: 4. Hamlet experiences fits of madness, true or false?

Prior Knowledge: 5. Which of the following is not a theme in Hamlet? Love conquers all Certainty in life is impossible Death is an unknown mystery

What is a Soliloquy? “an act of speaking one's thoughts aloud when by oneself or regardless of any hearers, especially by a character in a play” (dictionary.com)

“To be or not to Be” Analysis Themes: -Uncertainty of life and action -Death is unknowable -Questioning of the worth of pain and struggles -Death as a form of release Influences on Hamlet: Ophelia His mother Unjust death of his father Claudius corruption Conflicted action

Questions: What is Hamlet contemplating throughout this soliloquy? According to Hamlet, why might death be preferable? According to Hamlet, why isn’t death preferable? Does Hamlet come to a decision? Why or why not?

Video Comparison 1. Mel Gibson’s Portrayal: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ei0fnP9s0KA

Video Comparison: 2. Kenneth Branagh’s Portrayal: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SjuZq-8PUw0

Questions: Did watching the soliloquy being performed help your understanding? Why or why not? Which version of Hamlet did you prefer and why? How did the change of setting affect Hamlet’s soliloquy? Which video presented the themes we went over more effectively? How so?