Macbeth Flashcards
(23 cards)
Who’s the main character
Macbeth
Who predicted the future
The three witches
What did Macbeth get first
Thane of Cawdor or king
Thane of Cawdor
How did Macbeth become king
Killing the king
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.
