Plot Flashcards
(26 cards)
Who do the three witches meet in Act 1?
Macbeth and Banquo
The witches play a crucial role in foreshadowing events.
What news does Duncan receive about the Thane of Cawdor?
The Thane of Cawdor has betrayed him
This betrayal sets the stage for Macbeth’s rise.
How is Macbeth perceived at the beginning of the play?
As a hero
His valor in battle earns him respect.
What do Macbeth and Banquo hear from the witches?
Predictions about their futures
These predictions spark Macbeth’s ambition.
Who does Duncan declare as his heir to the throne?
Malcolm
This decision creates further tension for Macbeth.
What is Duncan’s plan regarding Macbeth?
He plans to visit Macbeth
This visit is crucial for the unfolding of the plot.
What does Lady Macbeth do when she reads Macbeth’s letter?
She begins to plot against Duncan
Lady Macbeth’s ambition drives much of the action.
What vision does Macbeth see that causes him doubt?
A floating dagger
This vision symbolizes his inner turmoil.
What act does Macbeth ultimately follow through with?
Duncan’s murder
This act marks his moral decline.
What does Lady Macbeth do to ensure they are not suspected?
Wipes blood on the drunk guards
This action is part of their plan to frame the guards.
Who discovers Duncan’s body?
Macduff
His discovery escalates the tension and suspicion.
What do the guards become after Duncan’s murder?
The likely suspects
This helps divert attention from Macbeth.
What does Macbeth do to the guards after Duncan’s murder?
He kills them
This act further implicates him in the crime.
Why do Malcolm and Donalbain flee the castle?
Because they are afraid
Their flight indicates their awareness of the danger surrounding them.
What does Banquo suspect about Macbeth?
Banquo suspects Macbeth for the murder of King Duncan.
What action does Macbeth take against Banquo?
Macbeth sends murderers to kill Banquo.
Banquo is murdered but Fleance escapes.
What happens at the banquet involving Banquo’s ghost?
The ghost of Banquo appears at the banquet, causing Macbeth to rant and rave while Lady Macbeth tries to cover up the situation.
Why didn’t Macduff attend the banquet?
Macduff didn’t attend the banquet as he is suspicious of Macbeth.
What do the witches show Macbeth in Act 4?
The witches show Macbeth more visions, leading him to believe he can’t be killed by any man.
What does Macbeth do to Macduff’s family?
Macbeth sends murderers to Macduff’s castle to kill his family.
What does Macduff do in England?
In England, Macduff begs Malcolm to return to the throne.
How does Malcolm test Macduff?
Malcolm tests Macduff’s loyalty and then agrees to the war against Macbeth.
What happens to Lady Macbeth in Act 5?
Lady Macbeth has gone mad with guilt, sleepwalks, tries to clean blood from her hands, and ultimately commits suicide.
What do many of Macbeth’s supporters decide to do?
Many of Macbeth’s supporters decide to help Malcolm.
