act 3

• Who becomes king of Scotland in the play "Macbeth"?

  Macbeth
• What feelings plague Macbeth after he becomes king?

  Feelings of insecurity
• What does Macbeth remember about Banquo's descendants?

  That they will inherit the throne
• What action does Macbeth take regarding Banquo and his son Fleance?

  He arranges for them to be killed
• What happens to Banquo in the darkness?

  He is murdered
• What happens to Fleance during the assassination attempt?

  He escapes the assassins
• What event occurs at the state banquet that night?

  Macbeth sees the ghost of Banquo
• How does Macbeth react to seeing Banquo's ghost?

  He worries the courtiers with his mad response
• What does Lady Macbeth do in response to Macbeth's behavior at the banquet?

  She dismisses the court and tries to calm him down
• What are the key events leading to Macbeth's insecurity after becoming king?

  • Macbeth becomes king of Scotland
  • He feels insecure about his position
  • He remembers the prophecy about Banquo's descendants
  • He arranges for Banquo and Fleance to be killed
  • Banquo is murdered, but Fleance escapes
  • Macbeth sees Banquo's ghost at the banquet
  • Lady Macbeth tries to calm him down