Discussion Q #4 Hamlet

The arguments of Laertes and Polonius are similar in that they both are preventing the
marriage of Hamlet and Ophelia. Their goal to prevent this marriage is so that they themselves may have an opportunity to marry a valuable woman. Another reason that they have this front is because Ophelia will not be loved by Hamlet the way she deserves. Hamlet is wealthy and will be distracted. Thus, their relationship will be consist of unrequited love. Laertes and Polonius disguise their goal by acting as guardians that will protect her chastity. Though both arguments have a common goal, Polonius is more forceful when talking to Ophelia. Although their intention may be good when trying to keep Ophelia's chastity, Laertes and Polonius are attempting to prevent the marriage so that they could marry Ophelia.