act 3•significance Flashcards
1
Q
Macbeth fears Banquo and does no want Banquo’s children to succeed him.
A
It shows Macbeth’s insecurities towards his title.
2
Q
He organises the murder of Fleance and Banquo, But Fleance escapes.
A
It shows the lengths Macbeth will go to to protect his title.
3
Q
Banquo’s ghost appears at the banquet.
A
Shows Macbeth’s paranoia and how Banquo is getting revenge by haunting him. Unstability.
4
Q
Distance between Macbeth and Lady Macbeth - “You must leave this.”
A
No longer able to direct Macbeth’s behaviour. Isolation.
5
Q
Lennox and Lord discuss plans.
A
Foreshadowing of conflict. Not complete paranoia.
