Act 3 scene 1

• In Act 3 Scene 1 of Macbeth, who has been crowned King?

  Macbeth
• What does Banquo contemplate in this scene?

  He contemplates the witches' predictions and suspects Macbeth's involvement in recent events.
• How does Banquo feel about the prophecy regarding his descendants?

  He considers that he will father many kings, which adds to his suspicions about Macbeth.
• Who interrupts Banquo's reflections?

  Macbeth and Lady Macbeth with lords and attendants.
• What does Macbeth ask Banquo regarding his plans?

  He asks how long Banquo plans to stay at the castle.
• What does Banquo plan to do in the afternoon?

  He plans to go riding with Fleance.
• What does Macbeth imply about Malcolm and Donalbain after Banquo leaves?

  He implies that they have lied their way into the courts of England and Ireland.
• Why does Macbeth consider Banquo an immediate threat?

  He fears the prophecy that Banquo's descendants will rule Scotland.
• What plan does Macbeth have regarding Banquo and Fleance?

  He has hired murderers to kill them on their way back from their ride.
• How does Banquo's attitude towards his safety differ from Macbeth's perspective?

  Banquo is oddly unconcerned about his safety despite his suspicions about Macbeth.
• What does Banquo's contemplation of the witches' predictions suggest about his mindset?

  He may feel that thinking about the predictions gives him protection from harm.
• How has Macbeth's character changed since the beginning of the play?

  He has transformed from an honorable individual to a corrupt and deceitful one.
• What does Macbeth feel about the crown he has received?

  He feels it is a fruitless crown that will not bear more kings in his name.
• What does Macbeth fear regarding Banquo's descendants?

  He fears that if Banquo's side of the prophecy is fulfilled, his own misdeeds will benefit Banquo's descendants.
• How does Macbeth's behavior change after killing Duncan?

  He experiences no hesitation and does not consult Lady Macbeth before ordering Banquo's death.
• What does Macbeth's willingness to order Banquo's death indicate about his character development?

  It indicates a significant moral decline and a shift towards ruthless ambition.