One theme in Hamlet is "death conquers everyone." Which statement explains how Act V of Hamlet develops this theme?
A. As a gentleman, Osric is able to stay out of the fight without dying.
B. Even though he's a gentleman, Horatio survives all the fighting.
C. Fortinbras takes advantage of the death of the royal family and becomes king.
D. Despite the fact they are royalty, Hamlet, Laertes, Gertrude, and Claudius die.

In Act V of Hamlet, the theme of death is developed through the deaths of Hamlet, Laertes, Gertrude, and Claudius, highlighting that death spares no one, regardless of their royal status. Characters like Osric and Horatio survive, contrasting the tragic fates of the main characters. The act demonstrates how death serves as the ultimate equalizer among people.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2025-07-04

In Act V of Hamlet, the theme of death is highlighted as characters like Hamlet, Laertes, Gertrude, and Claudius meet their tragic ends, regardless of their royal status. This serves to emphasize that death ultimately conquers all. Meanwhile, characters like Osric and Horatio survive, contrasting the fate of the central figures. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-04