In Hamlet Act 2: The tone of Gertrude’s statement (ll. 56-57, page 62), "I doubt it is no other but the main/His father’s death and our o’erhasty marriage" is one of (A) bitter sarcasm (B) fearful questioning (C) doubtful hope (D) melancholy resignation

(B) fearful questioning.

Explanation:

William Shakespeare's tragedy play "Hamlet" revolves around a young prince Hamlet and his plans to uncover the truth about his father's death. The play delves into certain themes of human qualities such as insanity, loyalty, family ties, and love.

The given lines are spoken by Gertrude, mother of Hamlet and newly married to her dead husband's brother, Claudius. And in her lines, she reveals her opinion of why Hamlet is acting in such a sad and melancholic manner. To her, it seems his behavior stems from not only the death or loss of his father but also her subsequent marriage to his uncle Claudius, in such a short time from her former husband's death. And in expressing her opinion, she is fearfully questioning Hamlet's 'odd' behavior, doubting it had anything to do with Ophelia or anyone for that matter.

Thus, the correct answer is option B.