Act 1 scene 1

Cards (22)

  • What does the term "desert place" imply in the context of the play?
    An empty, isolated location for secrecy
  • How does the setting of a "desert place" relate to the witches?
    It symbolizes their need for secrecy
  • What theme is foreshadowed by the witches' isolation?
    Macbeth's future isolation as he gains power
  • What natural phenomena enter with the witches?
    Thunder and lightning
  • What do thunder and lightning symbolize in the play?
    Chaos and disruption of the natural order
  • What is the significance of the witches' first line?
    It introduces the theme of chaos
  • What does "pathetic fallacy" refer to in literature?
    Weather reflecting characters' emotions
  • How do the witches' words reflect their detachment from humanity?
    They show no interest in the battle's outcome
  • What does the term "character arc" mean?
    The journey a character undergoes
  • What does the second witch's line imply about the battle?
    It refers to the ongoing conflict in the story
  • What does the witches' mention of "lost and won" suggest?
    They are indifferent to the battle's outcome
  • What does "e" mean in the context of the witches' dialogue?
    Before
  • How is Macbeth first introduced in the play?
    Through the witches' dialogue
  • What are the names of the witches' familiars?
    Gray Malkin and Paddock
  • What does "annan" mean in the witches' dialogue?
    Now
  • What does the phrase "fair is foul and foul is fair" imply?
    Reversal of good and bad values
  • How does the audience perceive the witches in the context of the play?
    As malevolent figures with bad intentions
  • What historical context is relevant to the play's themes?
    James I's interest in witch hunting
  • What will be discussed in the next video?
    Act one, scene two of Macbeth
  • Who else will answer questions in the comments?
    Miss S, an experienced teacher
  • What is encouraged regarding questions from students?
    There are no silly questions
  • How does the witches' exit impact the scene?
    It signifies the end of the first scene