1answer.
Ask question
Login Signup
Ask question
All categories
  • English
  • Mathematics
  • Social Studies
  • Business
  • History
  • Health
  • Geography
  • Biology
  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Computers and Technology
  • Arts
  • World Languages
  • Spanish
  • French
  • German
  • Advanced Placement (AP)
  • SAT
  • Medicine
  • Law
  • Engineering
Leona [35]
3 years ago
7

Compare and contrast Hamlet and Fortinbras in William Shakespeare's Hamlet. How are the two figures

English
2 answers:
Nastasia [14]3 years ago
5 0

Answer:

Hamlet is the Prince of Denmark, he is in his mid-30s. He is thoughtful to the point of becoming obsessive. He is hesitant but at times he acts in a rush and in an impulsive manner such as when he kills Polonius without checking who is behind the curtain.

Because of his indecisive nature, he is difficult to figure out, there always is something more than meets the eye.

Fortinbras is the young Prince of Denmark, he is bold and decisive.

Compared to Hamlet, Prince Fortinbras is more decisive, he immediately shows how he plans to avenge his father: by raising an army against Denmark.

Hamlet is alone while Fortinbras has a strong bond with his family.

Hamlet feels that he hasn't done enough to avenge his father whereas Fortinbras commits himself in the fight.

One more aspect that differentiates them is how long they are present in the play, Fortinbras appears in a few scenes, speaking close to nothing, showing he is a man of action. Hamlet is in almost every scene and showing himself as a thoughtful and introspective character.

In the end, when Hamlet completes his revenge and everyone is dead all Fortinbras has to do is walk in, giving Denmark hope.

Explanation:

Anna [14]3 years ago
3 0

Answer:

In Shakespeare's "Hamlet," Fortinbras is the prince of Norway and Hamlet is the prince of Denmark, whose fathers have been killed. Besides, both are heirs to the throne, which is now occupied by their respective uncles.

Actually, in character, Fortinbras is the exact opposite of Hamlet: he is determined to avenge his father's death after he is killed by the late King Hamlet and is taken his lands away. As a result, he decides to attack Denmark, even though his uncle the king of Norway then forbids him to do so. However, Hamlet is unable to take action and kill Claudius, with whom he does not get along, while Fortinbras is in good terms with his uncle.

You might be interested in
Hi can anyone help me write a polite email to my counselor regarding regents appeal I have no idea how to write a formal email
SCORPION-xisa [38]
Hi! Just reply to this with a comment on what the email is about and I’m sure I can help you out! :)
8 0
2 years ago
By 1690, the colony of Massachusetts _____ its own coins and paper money.
garri49 [273]

Answer:

By 1690, the colony of Massachusetts was issuing its own coins and paper money.

Explanation:

Past Progressive tense states it includes was or were and the verb ending in -ing.

8 0
3 years ago
Which supporting reason for this claim is most likely meant to appeal to an
Svet_ta [14]
A) dealing with workers who know what they’re talking about is more satisfying for clients
5 0
2 years ago
Can this website be trusted
Anna007 [38]

Answer: yes very much ive gotten almost every question right from asking questions and finding answers

Explanation:

5 0
3 years ago
What is a prepositional case?
Mandarinka [93]
It is also called a dative case..represented by <em>dat or d</em> ..it indicates that noun to whom something is given..like <em>she gave Jess a book..</em> here Jess is dat or prepositional case..
8 0
3 years ago
Read 2 more answers
Other questions:
  • Need help with this please some one help me
    10·1 answer
  • Does Samuel Sewall appeal more to logic or to emotion in "The Selling of Joseph: A Memorial"? Back up your response with evidenc
    12·2 answers
  • What internal conflict does Brutus face in Act I? A. He is Caesar's friend, but he does not want to live under a king. B. He is
    7·2 answers
  • Sam everyday went on cycling in the park
    7·1 answer
  • The bank was charged with ____ practices, including false contracts and exorbitant fees
    6·1 answer
  • Explain why people are interested in inspirational movies, videos, and stories. why do these movies, videos, and stories make mo
    10·2 answers
  • Do supposedly silent letters have any effect on pronunciation?
    7·2 answers
  • What does Nick speculate about when Gatsby looks at Daisy’s child in surprise?
    12·1 answer
  • Study the timeline above. It provides the year in which each artist began working at the lowa state far Acaording to the timelin
    8·1 answer
  • What does the narrator believe is trapped behind the wallpaper?
    15·2 answers
Add answer
Login
Not registered? Fast signup
Signup
Login Signup
Ask question!