We studied the character of Polonius and Hamlet's feigned madness during today's session. With respect to Hamlet's madness, we explored the function of this "diversion" given that ,unlike the historical source of the play, in Shakespeare's Hamlet ,the King has assured Hamlet that Hamlet will succeed him. Next, we examined how Shakespeare's language and dialogue. portray Polonius as a pedantic ,prolix, almost humorous advisor to the King. Again, we examined the function of this scene in the overall play given that the play's focus is on Hamlet's seeking revenge for his father's murder. Last, we studied parallel dramatic structure: Polonius spies on his son, Laertes, and Claudias spies on Hamlet.This parallel structure establishes the dramatic use of the foil.