Which of the following statements best represents Lacan’s view of Ophelia in his essay, “Desire and the Interpretation of Desire in ’Hamlet’” ?

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Hamlet desires attaining the throne of Denmark, of which Ophelia is a symbol.

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Hamlet desires his mother, not Ophelia.

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Hamlet desires revenge, not Ophelia.

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Hamlet desires Ophelia, but only when she is unattainable.

1.	Which of the following statements best represents Lacan’s view of Ophelia in his essay, “Desire and the Interpretation of Desire in ’Hamlet’” ?
A.	Hamlet desires his mother, not Ophelia.
B.	Hamlet desires revenge, not Ophelia.
C.	Hamlet desires Ophelia, but only when she is unattainable.
D.	Hamlet desires attaining the throne of Denmark, of which Ophelia is a symbol.
Answer» D. Hamlet desires attaining the throne of Denmark, of which Ophelia is a symbol.

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