Macbeth Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

What is the point of the first scene (literally) and in reference to the whole play? CORRECT ANSWER Literally, the witches are deciding when they shall meet again. As the beginning of the EXPOSITION, this scene sets the mood for the entire play, and introduces several major motifs: the witches (supernatural influences in the play), the idea of fair being foul, and the stormy fate of Scotland. The main character, Macbeth is also introduced by name, linking him to the witches What does Duncan c...

Act 1: what statements do the witches and Macbeth make about "foul and fair"? What meanings do each remark have? CORRECT ANSWER-- Macbeth says "so foul and fair a day, i have not seen" which means when his actions in the day made it fair but this weather is foul. - the witches say "fair is foul and foul is fair..." which means they will meet Macbeth when the weather is foggy and bad maybe at dawn. Act 1: describe Banquo's and Macbeth's reaction to the witches. Compare and contra...

Act One 1. What is the point of the first scene literally and in reference to the whole play? CORRECT ANSWER-To establish the dark and dramatic mood, imagery and themes of the play. 2. What does Duncan call Macbeth when he hears Macbeth has defeated Macdonwald? CORRECT ANSWER-He calls him "valiant Cousin! Worthy gentleman!" This is ironic, being said to the man who will be his murderer. 3. Who is sentenced to death? CORRECT ANSWER-The Thane of Cawdor is sentenced to death. 4. W...

This Grade 9 Essay focuses on the theme of guilt in Macbeth, one of the most prominent themes. It is presented as the destructive consequence of the murderous actions of Macbeth and Lady Macbeth, and leads them to insanity, symbolised throughout the play through blood, Written for the Eduqas exam board, but can be adapted to suit any.

What was Macbeths initial reaction to the witches prophecy? - Answer- Macbeth was afraid at first, and he said he wasn't going to do anything about it. Let Faith take its course. How does the king feel about Macbeth at the be gaining of the play? - Answer- The king adores Macbeth because he was the best warrior in battles. Who hears the witches prophecies along with Macbeth? - Answer- Banquo What happened to the Original Thane of Cawdor? - Answer- He was a trader, and he was executed. ...

Macbeth quotes, Key quotes from Macbeth Latest 2023 Graded A+ Quotation: "So foul and fair a day I have not seen." - Location: I.3.38 (p.8) - Speaker: Macbeth - Spoken To: Banquo - Situation: These are Macbeth's first words - he and Banquo are returning from battle - this is right before Banquo sees the witches - Significance: Paradox - Macbeth echoes the witches' words - the day is foul because the weather is ugly; it is fair because they won the battle Quotation: "No more that Than...

King at the end of the Play 2 Points - Answer- Malcolm His heirs will be kings 2 Points - Answer- Banquo Pretends to faint after King Duncan's murder 2 Points - Answer- Lady Macbeth Only one who can see Banquo's ghost 2

Key quotes from Macbeth Latest 2023 Graded A+ fair is foul, and foul is fair (1.1) speaker? The three witches meaning/significance? things aren't always what they seem theme: appearance/reality And oftentimes, to win us to our harm the instruments of darkness tell us truths, win us with honest trifles, to betray's In deepest consequence (1.3) speaker? Banquo (to Macbeth) meaning/significance? A warning/fortelling of what will happen to Macbeth. that evil tries to tempt us with half truth ...

what is the main theme of act one of the tragedy of Macbeth? - Answer- Betrayal Why are the witches important? - Answer- Foreshadowing Why is King Duncan so grateful to Macbeth? - Answer- Macbeth saved King Duncan's kingdom from rebels and the Norwegian king What is Macbeth's character flaw? - Answer- Ambitious What do you know about King Duncan? - Answer- He values bravery and loyalty What does Macbeth think about killing King Duncan? - Answer- He is not sure if it is the right...

Macbeth 2023 Exam Questions with Correct Answers *Thunder and lightning - SD [A1S1] - ANSWER The use of pathetic fallacy creates a sense of foreboding danger and hints at the theme of the supernatural that runs throughout the play. The fact that the play begins with a storm could represent how the changes and disturbances in the weather match with the events of the play i.e. conventional expectations are about to be upset and a change in society is about to happen. Moreover, 'thunder...