Lady Macduff is Murdered

• What gives Macbeth confidence in Act 1?

  The apparitions' prophecies
• Why does Macbeth believe he is invincible?

  Because Birnam Wood cannot move
• How do the Witches mislead Macbeth?

  They provide prophecies that are deceptive
• What does Macbeth's reaction to Banquo's prophecy reveal about him?

  He is angry and fearful of losing power
• What does Macbeth want to do to Macduff's family?

  He wants to kill them
• What does Macbeth's desire to kill Macduff's family indicate?

  His evil and paranoid nature
• What change occurs in Macbeth's relationship with Lady Macbeth?

  He no longer discusses murders with her
• What does Macbeth's ambition lead him to do?

  Trust no one and act alone
• What do some of Banquo's descendants carry in the vision?

  Orbs and sceptres
• What historical context is relevant to Banquo's descendants?

  They symbolize rightful rulers of England and Scotland
• How does the reference to "treble sceptres" relate to King James?

  It implies Banquo's descendants are rightful heirs
• What does the term "bloody-sceptered" imply about Macbeth?

  His violent actions make him unworthy
• How does Macbeth's ambition affect his character development?

  It drives him to paranoia and isolation
• Why is Lady Macduff angry and scared?

  Her husband has left her to protect their castle
• What does Lady Macduff's fear indicate about Macbeth's rule?

  People are afraid under Macbeth's tyranny
• What does Lady Macduff's comment about harm reveal about Scotland's morals?

  Morals have been turned upside down by Macbeth
• How does Lady Macduff's dialogue with her son reflect their relationship?

  It shows their maternal bond through witty dialogue
• How does Lady Macduff's character contrast with Lady Macbeth's character?

  Lady Macduff is caring, unlike Lady Macbeth
• What happens to Lady Macduff's son?

  He is stabbed by a murderer
• What do the murderers call Lady Macduff's son, and what does it signify?

  They call him "egg" and "fry," highlighting his youth
• What does the murder of Lady Macduff's son on stage symbolize?

  Macbeth no longer cares if people see his crimes
• How does Shakespeare start this scene, and what does it highlight?

  He starts mid-dialogue, highlighting Lady Macduff's confusion
• What does Lady Macduff's comparison to a wren symbolize?

  Her powerlessness against Macbeth, the owl
• How does the imagery of the owl and falcon relate to Macbeth's actions?

  It shows Macbeth killing defenseless prey