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'The conflict between the mind and the heart; reason and passion, is the basis of Hamlet's tragedy.'

Critically discuss the validity of the above statement, with close reference to the text.
Your essay must be planned, well-structured, and intelligently written.
Please adhere to the stipulated length of 400 to 450 words.

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Answer: A major challenge that Hamlet faces leading to the moral dilemma is being overwhelmed by death.

Explanation:

Prince Hamlet overwhelmed by death, showing envy, and deciding how to act eventually leads to his self-destruction, developing the theme of the moral dilemma of the actions of people. For reason and passion, a major challenge that Hamlet faces leading to the moral dilemma is being overwhelmed by death. I hope that helped :^)

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