Why does Claudius speak of both joy and sorrow?

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Act 1

Asked by Thomas M #936247 on 5/5/2020 5:11 PM

Last updated by Aslan on 5/5/2020 5:25 PM

Answered by Aslan on 5/5/2020 5:25 PM

Claudius says that Denmark is sad because of the death of Hamlet Sr. but happy because of his marriage to Queen Gertrude.