Question

In a literary essay of at least five paragraphs. Remember to incorporate textual evidence in all of your responses.

Question : Why is the idea of playing a role or acting a part so important to Hamlet over the course of the play? How does role-playing affect several major events in the plot and the relationships between various characters?

Answer 1

The idea of acting a part is important in the play as it helps Hamlet tests the truths of his father's death and thereafter avenge him. Hamlet deliberately feigns madness as he sees much to be gained from it. He uses this to confuse the king and his attendants.