Which is more important to polonius-his daughters happiness

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Reread Polonius's advice to Laertes (Act 1. Scene III, lines 55-81). Having sent his son off with so much good advice, why would Polonius think it necessary to send someone to check up on him? What do you think of his way of checking up on Laertes?
In his instructions to Rosencrantz and Guildenstern, Claudius seems genuinely concerned for Hamlet's welfare. Reread his opening speech in Act II, Scene II. Do you find anything to indicate he is suspicious of Hamlet?
Who seems more willing to accept Polonius's explanation of Hamlet's madness, Gertrude or Claudius? On what basis do you base your answer?
Why do you think Hamlet's mother makes no protest when Polonius suggests eavesdropping on Hamlet and Ophelia?
Which is more important to Polonius, his daughter's happiness or maintaining a good relationship with the king and queen? How do you know?
In his speech to Rosencrantz and Guildenstern, Act II, Scene II, lines 294-305, Hamlet contrasts how the world is with how it seems to him. Why does it seem that way?
Hamlet is impressed that the First Player, simply acting a part, has effectively portrayed a highly emotional state. How does Hamlet plan to use the play (an illusion of reality) to determine what is really true?

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