Malcolm and Macduff Meet

• Who does Macduff go to England to convince?

  Malcolm
• Why doesn't Malcolm trust Macduff initially?

  He fears and suspects Macduff's intentions
• What does Macduff's journey to England signify about his character?

  His loyalty to Scotland despite personal danger
• What dramatic irony is present in Malcolm's suspicion of Macduff?

  The audience knows Macduff's family is dead
• How does Malcolm's caution reflect on his potential as a king?

  It suggests he will be a better king than Duncan
• What qualities does Malcolm claim to possess?

  Honesty, gratitude, and god-fearing nature
• How does Malcolm's loyalty to his country contrast with Macbeth's actions?

  Malcolm is loyal, while Macbeth is tyrannical
• What does Malcolm do to test Macduff's loyalty?

  He pretends to be more evil than Macbeth
• What does Macduff's reaction to Malcolm's test reveal about him?

  He is loyal to Scotland and rejects tyranny
• How does Shakespeare contrast Edward and Macbeth?

  Edward is kind, while Macbeth is cruel
• What supernatural ability is attributed to Edward?

  He can cure the sick with his touch
• Why were rightful kings thought to have divine gifts?

  They were believed to be appointed by God
• How does Malcolm's disguise of his true nature differ from Macbeth's?

  Malcolm does it to protect Scotland
• Who discovers that Macduff's family has been murdered?

  Macduff
• What does Rosse tell Macduff when he arrives?

  His family has been killed
• How does Rosse's reluctance to break the news affect the scene?

  It creates drama
• What is evident from Macduff's speech after hearing the news?

  His grief is clear
• What literary devices does Macduff use to express his disbelief?

  Short sentences and rhetorical questions
• What word does Macduff repeat to show his disbelief?

  All
• Why is the murder of Macduff's family significant to the plot?

  It motivates Macduff to seek revenge
• What does Malcolm believe masculinity means?

  Being aggressive
• How does Macduff's view of masculinity differ from Malcolm's?

  He believes men should be sensitive
• What advice does Malcolm give to Macduff regarding how to handle grief?

  Dispute it like a man
• What lesson does Macduff teach Malcolm about being a man and king?

  Men can also be sensitive
• What are the key themes presented in Macduff's reaction to his family's murder?

  • Grief and disbelief
  • The quest for revenge
  • The contrast of masculinity
• How does Shakespeare use symbolism in the dialogue between Macduff and Malcolm?

  • Masculinity is portrayed through aggression
  • Macduff advocates for sensitivity in men
  • Teaches Malcolm about true manhood and kingship