The authors purpose is the answer that you want.
Answer:
A simile
Explanation:
It is a simile because it uses the word AND to show comparison.
Because
(it gives a reason for staying up late)
Answer: Because he is not willing to let go of his riches, his title and his queen.
Throughout the play, Claudius gives us information that hints at the fact that he is somewhat regretful. He seems concerned with getting into heaven, and he also claims that what he has done is wicked. However, he does not seem to be truly regretful. If he was, he would do anything to rectify the situation. This would mean giving up his title, his riches and his wife, and allowing Hamlet to become king. However, he is too attached to material things, and is not ready to let them go.
To answer this, you simply need to scan the chapter and make a list of those you see as you scan. It would be helpful to also write a short description of the character, so you can remember them as you read the novel. If you haven't already read the chapter, this will be hard to do, but it is beneficial. Documenting the page number as you are meeting the character for the first time is also very helpful in keeping them all straight.
