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...page explanation of how you would “translate” the events of the play into a more contemporary setting. If you were to stage a contemporary adaptation of Hamlet, where would it take place? Briefly describe some of the sets you would use. Explain how your modern setting helps to emphasize themes from the play. Choose one of the five topics listed below. You will write a 3-4 page (750-1000 word) essay on your topic. Your essay should include a focused thesis statement; body paragraphs should be well-developed and effectively organized. Each body paragraph should include a claim that states its analytical purpose. Your points should be supported by carefully integrated details from the text. Your essay should be typed and proofread; you will lose one point from the final grade for this essay for each grammatical error (maximum of ten points). 1. Family relationships: How do family members connect or fail to connect in this novel? Choose two or three characters and explore the relationships that they maintain. You might consider the differences between the MacTeers and the Breedloves. What qualities ultimately...