macbeth Flashcards
(34 cards)
who killed macbeth
macduff
who killed king Duncan
macbeth
define the divine right of kings
people who have been chosen by god to be king
a quote from the witches in act 1 scene 1
- “fair is foul and foul is fair”
what is the key themes presented in macbeth by shakespear
- the super natural
- good vs evil
- tragedy
- guilt
- ambition
-appearance vs reality
define regicide
the act of killing the king
why does macbeth kill king Duncan
because he is manipulated into killing king duncan by lady macbeth
a quote about macbeth committing regicide
- “Is this a dagger which i see before me”
- “Will all great Neptune’s ocean wash this blood from my hand?”
how is juxtaposition presented in macbeth
“fair is foul and foul is fair”
What is the central theme of Macbeth?
Ambition and its consequences.
Fill in the blank: ‘Out, out brief candle! Life’s but a ______.’
walking shadow.
True or False: Macbeth is initially portrayed as a coward.
False.
What prophecy do the witches give to Macbeth?
That he will become Thane of Cawdor and King of Scotland.
Who kills King Duncan?
Macbeth.
What is Lady Macbeth’s role in Duncan’s murder?
She persuades Macbeth to commit the murder.
What does Macbeth see before he kills Duncan?
A floating dagger.
Who is Banquo?
Macbeth’s friend and fellow soldier.
What happens to Banquo?
He is murdered by hired assassins.
Fill in the blank: ‘Double, double toil and ______.’
trouble.
What does Macbeth see at the banquet that disturbs him?
Banquo’s ghost.
True or False: Lady Macbeth descends into madness by the end of the play.
True.
What is the significance of the sleepwalking scene?
It reveals Lady Macbeth’s guilt.
Who ultimately kills Macbeth?
Macduff.
What does Macbeth mean when he says, ‘I am in blood, stepped in so far’?
He feels trapped by his own violent actions.
