Malcolm and Donalbain

• Who learns from their father's mistakes in the text?

  Malcolm and Donalbain
• How are Malcolm and Donalbain different from Duncan?

  They are aware of the danger around them
• What do Malcolm and Donalbain do after Duncan's murder?

  They flee Scotland
• What does Malcolm mean by "There's daggers in men's smiles"?

  People can be deceitful despite appearances
• What lesson does Malcolm learn about trust?

  Trust only those who prove loyalty
• How does Malcolm test Macduff's loyalty?

  By pretending to be a tyrant
• What does Malcolm mean by "all things foul would wear the brows of grace"?

  Even good appearances can hide evil intentions
• Why do Malcolm and Macduff make a good partnership?

  Macduff's experience gives Malcolm confidence
• What quality does Malcolm possess that is highlighted in the text?

  Wisdom
• What does Malcolm mean by "wisdom plucks me from over-credulous haste"?

  Wisdom prevents him from being too trusting
• How does Malcolm feel about truth according to the text?

  He delights in truth
• What does the phrase "delight no less in truth than life" suggest about Malcolm's values?

  He values truth as highly as life itself
• How do Malcolm and Donalbain react to their father's murder?

  They don't react immediately.
• What does Malcolm mean when he says their sorrow is too "strong" to act on it?

  It indicates they are sensible and patient.
• What does Malcolm's reluctance to act immediately reveal about his character?

  He is sensible and strategic.
• Why are Malcolm and Donalbain annoyed with Macbeth's speeches?

  They believe those speeches should be theirs.
• What question does Malcolm ask Donalbain regarding their silence?

  "Why do we hold our tongues?"
• What theme is highlighted by Malcolm's suspicion of false appearances?

  • Theme: Reality and Appearance
  • Malcolm is wary of people who seem fake.
  • He contrasts with Duncan's naivety.
• What does Malcolm mean by "To show an unfelt sorrow is an office/Which the false man does easy"?

  He criticizes those who feign emotions.
• How does Malcolm's view of appearances differ from Duncan's?

  Malcolm is more suspicious of false appearances.
• Who does Malcolm express suspicion towards after Duncan's murder?

  Macbeth
• What quality does Malcolm develop as a leader?

  Confidence
• Why do the Scottish thanes decide to follow Malcolm?

  He is the rightful King
• How does Malcolm demonstrate cleverness in battle?

  By disguising soldiers with branches
• What does Malcolm's victory indicate about his leadership?

  He is a strong leader
• How does Malcolm reward his loyal followers?

  With generosity
• What are the key themes of Malcolm's kingship compared to Duncan's?

  • Malcolm has qualities of a good King
  • Less naive than Duncan
  • Suggests he will be a better King
• What does the phrase "give obedience where 'tis truly owed" imply about the thanes' loyalty?

  They respect rightful authority
• In what way is Malcolm's leadership style different from Duncan's?

  Malcolm is less naive