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What event in the last scene best shows the selfishness and ruthlessness of claudius?

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In his last scene, Claudius wants to send Hamlet to England. This best shows the selfishness and ruthlessness of Claudius because he wants to isolate Hamlet in the real world. Meanwhile, Polonius wants him to talk to his mom about the things happening and to stay.
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