Question

One theme in Hamlet is "death conquers everyone.” Which statement explains how Act V of Hamlet develops this theme?

As a gentleman, Osric is able to stay out of the fight without dying.
Even though he’s a gentleman, Horatio survives all the fighting.
Fortinbras takes advantage of the death of the royal family and becomes king.
Despite the fact they are royalty, Hamlet, Laertes, Gertrude, and Claudius die.

Answer 1

"Despite the fact they are royalty, Hamlet, Laertes, Gertrude, and Claudius die."

This statement directly shows that death is unavoidable and strikes everyone, regardless of status.