Lady Macbeth

• Ambition

  • to kill king Duncan
  • to become queen
  • to have power
• Manipulative

  • guilt tripping Macbeth to kill Duncan.
  • controlling Macbeth when king.
  • the strings behind Macbeths actions
• Aware

  • She has an understanding that she, as a woman is unable to have power
  • that she is not physically strong enough to kill Duncan
• Close relationship with macbeth

  • shown through the letter sent to lady Macbeth
  • they work together to make the prophesies real
  • macbeth Trusts her
• Who is Lady Macbeth in Shakespeare's play "Macbeth"?

  She is the wife of the protagonist, Macbeth, and plays a crucial role in the plot.
• In which act and scene is Lady Macbeth first introduced?


  Act 1, Scene 5
• What does Lady Macbeth's immediate reaction to Macbeth's letter reveal about her character?


  It reveals her ambitious nature.
• What are the key aspects of Lady Macbeth's introduction in "Macbeth"?


  • Initial portrayal as a strong-willed, ambitious woman
  • Reaction to the prophecy by plotting to make it true
  • Soliloquy calling upon dark spirits to remove her feminine qualities
  • Understanding of Macbeth's nature
  • Use of powerful and poetic language
  • Contrast with Macbeth's hesitance
• How does Lady Macbeth's ambition differ from traditional gender roles of her time?


  She actively pursues power and influences her husband's actions, going against the expectation of women being submissive.
• What role does Lady Macbeth's ambition play in the plot of "Macbeth"?


  Her ambition drives the action and influences Macbeth to act on the witches' prophecy.
• What tactic does Lady Macbeth use to manipulate Macbeth when he hesitates to kill King Duncan?


  She questions his manhood and courage.
• What are the key manipulation tactics used by Lady Macbeth?


  1. Questioning Macbeth's masculinity
  2. Emotional manipulation
  3. Strategic planning
  4. Use of persuasive language
  5. Feigning weakness when necessary
  6. Gaslighting
• How does Lady Macbeth's soliloquy "unsex me here" reflect her character?


  It showcases her determination and willingness to go to extreme lengths to achieve her ambitions.
• What is the significance of Lady Macbeth's line "But screw your courage to the sticking-place, And we'll not fail"?


  It combines encouragement with subtle pressure, using persuasive language to bolster Macbeth's resolve.
• What does Lady Macbeth's line "When you durst do it, then you were a man" illustrate about her manipulation tactics?


  It illustrates her tactic of questioning Macbeth's masculinity to manipulate him into action.
• How does Lady Macbeth's emotional manipulation affect Macbeth's decisions?


  It makes him feel guilty and ashamed, pushing him to commit murder.
• What does Lady Macbeth's descent into madness signify in the play?


  It signifies the psychological consequences of guilt and the moral implications of their actions.
• What are the key points about Lady Macbeth's mental decline throughout the play?


  1. Guilt from her actions affects her psyche
  2. Sleepwalking reveals her inner turmoil
  3. Her strong character transforms into madness
  4. The consequences of ambition and manipulation
• What does Lady Macbeth mean by "A little water clears us of this deed"?


  It suggests that she believes they can easily wash away the guilt of their actions.
• How does Lady Macbeth's character serve as a contrast to Macbeth's character?


  Her decisive and ambitious nature contrasts with Macbeth's initial hesitance and moral conflict.
• What is an example of Lady Macbeth engaging in gaslighting tactics?


  "A little water clears us of this deed"