Macbeth Flashcards
(27 cards)
What is the setting of the opening scene?
An open deserted place, lightning, thunder and rain.
What are the three witches discussing
When they will meet macbeth
Why does Duncan believe the solider can provide them with news?
He has clearly been injured in battle, he should know.
How does Macdonwald behave in battle?
Refer to him as an enemy, a traitor, and a rebel.
When the Norwegians began a new attack, what did Macbeth and Banquo do?
Came out victorious
What news does the thane of Ross bring
He is the one who tells the king “ even though the thane of Cawdor was a traitor”, but the Scottish still wins.
How does Duncan respond to the news of Cawdor’s behavior?
Will kill him and give his title to Macbeth
How do the three witches greet Macbeth?
All Hail Thane of Glamis, All Hail Thane of Cawdor, All Hail King here after
What do the three witches prophesy concerning Banquo?
His sons will be king but he will not be king
What is Banquo’s reaction to the three witches?
Thinks they are hulisinating, ate something.
What does Banquo mean when he says, “ What can the devil speak true?”
It is possible that the devil could speak the truth, do these witches really know something
What is Macbeth’s impression of the three witches after learning he has been named thane of Cawdor?
He is confused, but he will wait and see how things play out
What is Macbeth’s attitude toward Duncan when the scene opens?
Modisty, loyal, and humble
Duncan names his elder son as the prince of Cumberland. Why is this a problem for Macbeth?
It stands in the way of the thrown.
How does lady Macbeth react to her husband’s letter?
She is excited, but also afraid her husband does not have what it takes to Murder the King.
What does Lady Macbeth say will happen to Duncan when she learns that he is coming to Inverness?
He is not going to leave alive.
Why does Lady Macbeth tell her husband leave all of the plans to her?
She’s going to do it because he won’t be able to fake his way through it.
Who greets Duncan at Inverness?
Lady macbeth
What does Macbeth mean when he says Duncan is “ here in double trust?”
He trusts me because i am his servant, because he is also a guest in my house.
Why does Macbeth tell Lady Macbeth that they will not follow through with their plans?
He trusts me because i am his servant, because he is also a guest in my house.
What does Macbeth mean when he says Duncan is “ here in double trust?”
Duncan does not deserve this, hes been very good to Macbeth.
How does lady Macbeth taunt Macbeth into action?
Questions his manhood.
What is the actual plan?
Get the guards drunk, use their daggers to kill Duncan, then lay the daggers by the guards
What do we learn from the discussion between Banquo and Fleance?
Very,very, dark scene, moonlight, and eerie.
What does Banquo tell us that Duncan gave to Lady Macbeth?
A very large duamond
