Who says “Fair is foul, and foul is fair,” and what theme does it introduce?
The Witches; introduces moral confusion and deception.
What does the Captain mean by “For brave Macbeth—well he deserves that name”?
Macbeth is a heroic warrior creating contrast with his later fall.
What does “Like Valor’s minion carved out his passage” show about Macbeth?
His violent skill in battle; foreshadows ruthless ambition.
What is implied by calling Macbeth “Bellona’s bridegroom”?
He is as powerful as the war goddess’s husband—military greatness.
Why is Macbeth saying “So foul and fair a day I have not seen” significant?
He echoes the witches, linking him to their moral ambiguity.
What effect does “All hail, Macbeth, that shalt be king hereafter!” have on Macbeth?
Sparks his ambition for kingship.
What does Macbeth reveal by saying “Cannot be ill, cannot be good”?
His inner conflict—tempted but aware of the prophecy’s danger.
What does Macbeth mean by “If chance will have me king, chance may crown me”?
He briefly considers letting fate act without intervention.
What theme is highlighted when Duncan says, “There’s no art to find the mind’s construction in the face”?
Appearance vs reality; Duncan misjudges people.
What do “black and deep desires” in Macbeth’s “Stars, hide your fires” speech represent?
His hidden ambition and dark thoughts.
What does Lady Macbeth mean by “too full o’ the milk of human kindness”?
She believes Macbeth is too moral to murder Duncan.
What is Lady Macbeth planning when she says “pour my spirits in thine ear”?
To manipulate and influence Macbeth.
What does Lady Macbeth ask for when she says “unsex me here”?
To reject femininity and gain the cruelty needed for murder.
What is the meaning of “Look like th’ innocent flower, but be the serpent under’t”?
Hide evil intentions.
Why is “This castle hath a pleasant seat” dramatic irony?
Duncan feels safe, unaware he is entering danger.
What does Macbeth show by saying “We will proceed no further in this business”?
Hesitation and conscience before killing Duncan.
What does Macbeth mean by “vaulting ambition”?
His ambition is his main motive—and his downfall.
What does Macbeth decide when he says he will “bend up each corporal agent to this terrible feat”?
He commits fully to the murder.
What does Lady Macbeth mean by Macbeth’s face being “as a book where men may read strange matters”?
He is too transparent—needs to hide his thoughts.
What does “False face must hide what the false heart doth know” reveal about Macbeth?
He embraces deception; moral decline.
