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Who are the thanes mentioned in the study material?
Lennox
,
Rosse
,
Menteith
,
Angus
,
Caithness
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What role do the thanes play in the story?
They move the story along and show
power shifts
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What does Lennox's comment about Macbeth killing Duncan's guards suggest?
It
suggests
that
Macbeth
is
losing
power
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What do the thanes mean by "give obedience where 'tis truly owed"?
They will be loyal to whoever deserves it
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How do the thanes' feelings towards Macbeth change throughout the play?
They start to resent his
tyranny
and question his
kingship
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Who do the thanes side with by the end of the play?
They side with
Malcolm
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What does Rosse represent among the noblemen?
He represents reluctant
noblemen
who
avoid danger
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What warning does Rosse give to Lady Macduff?
He warns her that "
cruel
are the
times
"
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What does Rosse do after warning Lady Macduff?
He makes an
excuse
to
leave
before the
murderers
arrive
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What is the significance of the thanes in the play?
They illustrate the shift of power
They comment on major events
They represent loyalty and betrayal
They ultimately side with
Malcolm
against
Macbeth
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How does Rosse refer to Lady Macduff?
He calls her his "dearest
coz
"
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Who is the comic character that appears in Act 2?
The Porter
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What does the Porter say drinking causes?
Nose-painting
, sleep, and
urine
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How does the Porter contribute to the play's tone?
He provides
light relief
amid tragedy
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What is the cultural context of the clown-like character in Shakespeare's plays?
Amused
the crowd
Appeared in one or two scenes
Made rude jokes or silly comments
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Who are the three hired killers in Act 3?
The Murderers
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What do the Murderers do at Macbeth's request?
They kill
Banquo
and attempt to kill
Fleance
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What does the Murderers' actions reveal about Macbeth?
He has become
ruthless
and
desperate
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What does sending a third murderer indicate about Macbeth's trust?
He
no longer trusts anyone
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Who is Siward in the play?
An
English Lord
and great
fighter
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What role does Siward play in Act 5?
He helps
Malcolm
defeat
Macbeth
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What happens to Young Siward in battle?
He is killed by
Macbeth
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What theme does Siward's character illustrate?
Loyalty
and
Betrayal
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How does Siward view his son's death?
He is glad it was
honorable
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Who are the minor characters that accompany Lady Macbeth during her madness?
The Doctor
The Gentlewoman
They help develop the
plot
and themes
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What is the role of minor characters in the play?
They help move the
plot
along
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