Question

Which best describes a change an adaptation would make if Hamlet was set in modern times? Hamlet and his family are commoners instead of royals. The play’s setting is the United States of America. The play within the play is changed into a reality TV show. Hamlet is a young princess rather than a prince.

Answer 1

Answer:

The play within the play is changed into a reality TV show.

Explanation:

This is the option that best reflects a modern time period. In Shakespearean times, the theatre was a common pastime for wealthy families. However, in present times, it is more common for television to fulfill this role. Therefore, if the story took place in a modern setting, the play could be changed to a TV show. The other options do not mention changes that are related to a particular time period.

Answer 2

Answer:

The play within the play is changed into a reality TV show.

Explanation:

An adaptation refers to a performance of a play with changes in important elements, like scenery, language and ethnicity of characters. Thus, an adaptation of "Hamlet" set in modern times would probably include a transformation of Hamlet's play into a more modern contemporary display. such as reality show.