Discussion #4

Laerte's objection to Ophelia's relationship with Hamlet is that he thinks Hamlet is only interested for the sex and if he wanted to marry her he would have proposed. Polonius' objection is based on the actions of Hamlet and thinking that he is madly in love. Laerte's argument is most fair although neither really take into account Ophelia's take on the situation. Laertes thinks all women are helpless and just there for the ride and shows his jealousy for Hamlet while Polonius, also thinking women are helpless, thinks that Hamlet's actions are motivated by his direction which he gave to Ophelia. Laertes is jealous of the status of Hamlet while Polonius thinks all women are below men.