Sergei considers the goldfish to be his friend. From the statement, it
is shown that Sergei has trust issues with other beings (May it be a human or
animal). He may have a dreadful experience in the past that prevents him from
befriending others. And he made an exception with the goldfish because he found
out that the goldfish will not leave him even if he is troubled.
I think the answer is shellfish
Answer:
He explains Hamlet's behavior through Ophelia's dialogue, thereby tying up loose ends in the plot.
Explanation:
According to the given excerpt, the dialogue between Ophelia and Polonius is recorded as they try to explain the behavior of Hamlet.
Therefore, the most likely reason Shakespeare included this passage is, he explains Hamlet's behavior through Ophelia's dialogue, thereby tying up loose ends in the plot.