Question

What is the purpose of Polonius’s speech to Laertes?

to give Laertes advice about how to behave while away from home
to teach Laertes about how to sail a ship
to warn Laertes to avoid any romances that might distract him from his studies
to remind Laertes to look after his sister, Ophelia

Answer 1

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Answer 2

Polonius usually operates on rumor, innuendo, and ill-conceived plans. In this speech, Polonius actually gives Laertes, and even the audience, some good advice. These are common sense rules to live by yet many people, even today, do not heed very well. Polonius warns his son.