EXERCISE 1 PAG. 103

a)

Hamlet compares his dead father's portrait and his uncle's portrait. His uncle is his mother'stnew husband. Hamlet points out differences in personality and behaviour.  

b)

Hamlet criticizes her mother for her marriage to an inferior husband.

c)

His mother does not want Hamlet to speak more because she understands that he is right.

EXERCISE 2 PAG. 105

a)

Hamlet uses mythological images to describe his father's noble looks. Hamlet uses simple metaphors to describe his uncle's worthlessness. The description of his uncle ischaracterized by bad words to convey the idea of his personality and behaviour.

b)

What kind of imagery is predominant in his accusations against his mother? Justice.

c)

What feelings are mainly conveyed in Hamlet's words? Scorn, hatred, indignation and disgust.

What feelings are mainly conveyed in the Queen's words? Shame, remorse and sadness.