Assignment task: Make a Conclusion for this Introduction (below)
In Hamlet, Shakespeare explores the theme of revenge through a web of lies and deceit that ultimately leads to the tragic downfall of several characters. This essay will argue that the lies told by Claudius, Gertrude, and Hamlet himself play a crucial role in the escalation of the revenge plot in the play. Claudius's lying about his involvement in the murder of King Hamlet, Gertrude's lies about her knowledge of Claudius's crime, and Hamlet's own lies and acts of deception towards the other characters contribute to the confusion and chaos that surrounds the revenge plot. Through these three arguments, it becomes clear that the lies in Hamlet are an integral part of the development of the theme of revenge.