Re: Golem22491
Why do you say sinners and the betrothed belong in a nunnery? I think people seeking protection from the outside world would be the ones who might find sanctuary in a nunnery (otherwise known as a convent). Are you saying something that I don't understand?

Why does Hamlet treat Ophelia the way he does?

In Act 3, scene 1, Hamlet comes upon Ophelia, who appears to be alone (although her father and the king are spying on the two of them together from behind an arras). We actually saw this scene already in the Mel Gibson film, where it looks as if Hamelt knows he is being spied on, but that's not clear from the text. He behaves so strangely that when he leaves, Ophelia says on line 163, "O, what a noble mind is here o'erthrown!"

What's up with Hamlet here? Why is he talking and acting like this? Consider at least 3 specific statements he makes to her, explain why you think he makes them. Discuss also your personal reaction - how you feel about the characters at this point and why?