Question

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select the correct answer.
which theme in hamlet is reinforced by the scene with the gravediggers?
a. moral corruption
b. mortality
c. revenge
d. appearances versus reality

Explanation:

In the gravediggers' scene in Hamlet, the gravediggers discuss death and mortality. They handle skulls (like Yorick's skull) and talk about the finality of death. This scene emphasizes the theme of mortality as it shows that all people, regardless of their status (like Yorick who was close to the royal family), end up in death. Moral corruption (A) is more about the immoral actions of characters like Claudius. Revenge (C) is a major theme but the gravediggers' scene doesn't focus on it. Appearances versus reality (D) is shown in other parts (e.g., Claudius' false appearance of a good king).

Answer:

B. mortality