Character analysis

• Who agrees to murder Duncan in the play Macbeth?


  Macbeth
• Why does Macbeth agree to murder Duncan?

  Because he is influenced by Lady Macbeth
• What does Hecate say about Macbeth's nature?


  She says Macbeth is not a true son of evil
• What does the audience think about Macbeth's actions?

  They believe there are no consequences for his actions
• How does Macbeth's ambition affect his character?

  It pushes him toward destruction
• What is Macbeth's mental state as he descends into madness?

  He is plagued by mental agony
• What does Macbeth mean by "full of scorpions is my mind"?

  His mind is troubled and filled with anxiety
• What does Macbeth do to potential enemies?

  He murders them
• How does Macbeth meet his fate?

  He fights to the very end
• What are the consequences of regicide for Macbeth?

  He suffers severe mental health effects
• What does Macbeth imagine seeing that indicates his guilt?

  Imaginary daggers
• What does seeing Banquo's ghost signify for Macbeth?

  It represents his guilt and fear
• What does Macbeth's action of killing the guards suggest?

  It raises questions about his innocence
• How is Macbeth described at the end of the play?

  As a 'dead butcher'
• What does the term 'man of violence' imply about Macbeth?

  It indicates his ruthless nature