Soliloquy · English Literature

Which famous soliloquy reflects on the nature of existence?

  1. Now is the winter of our discontent
  2. Friends, Romans, countrymen, lend me your ears
  3. To be, or not to be — that is the question
  4. All the world's a stage, and all the men
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Correct answer: To be, or not to be — that is the question

The 'To be, or not to be' soliloquy reflects on life, death, and the nature of existence. It is one of Shakespeare's most philosophical and celebrated speeches.

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