Banquo

• Who does Banquo represent in relation to Macbeth?

  Macbeth's antithesis
• What is Banquo's character trait at the beginning of the play?

  He is a brave noble
• What do the Witches' prophecies say about Banquo's children?

  They will inherit the Scottish throne
• How does Banquo's ambition differ from Macbeth's?

  Banquo shows restraint and does not act
• What does Banquo's ghost symbolize in the play?

  Macbeth's guilt and moral decline
• How does Shakespeare use Banquo as a foil to Macbeth?

  To show contrasting responses to temptation
• How does Banquo react to the Witches' prophecies?

  He is indifferent and skeptical
• What does Banquo mean when he says he will "neither beg nor fear"?

  He will not seek their favor or fear their hate
• What does the juxtaposition of Banquo's and Macbeth's prophecies suggest?

  Banquo is morally strong compared to Macbeth
• What is Banquo's hamartia according to the text?

  His ambition, though he can resist it
• How does Banquo view the Witches when he first meets them?

  As ragged old women
• What does Banquo call upon God for?

  Help in resisting temptation
• What qualities does Shakespeare attribute to Banquo?

  Noble and honourable
• How does Banquo's strategic thinking manifest in his response to the Witches?

  He uses non-committal language
• What does Banquo's suspicion of the Witches indicate?

  His recognition of their untrustworthiness
• How does Banquo's death affect Macbeth and Lady Macbeth's relationship?

  It marks the breakdown of their marriage
• What is the significance of Banquo's murder in the context of the play?

  It highlights Macbeth's moral decline
• How does Shakespeare portray Banquo's death in relation to James I?

  As noble to flatter James I
• What does the metaphor of "wading through blood" symbolize?

  Macbeth's guilt and inability to return to virtue
• What are the key characteristics of Banquo?

  • Noble and honourable
  • Strategic thinker
  • Resists temptation
  • Morally strong
• How does Banquo serve as a foil to Macbeth?

  • Represents moral strength
  • Resists ambition and temptation
  • Highlights Macbeth's moral weakness
• What role does temptation play in Banquo's character?

  • Banquo faces temptation but resists it
  • His resistance shows moral superiority
  • Temptation is central to the play's theme
• What is the significance of Banquo's reaction to the Witches' prophecies?

  • Shows skepticism and caution
  • Highlights his moral integrity
  • Sets up tension with Macbeth
• How does Banquo's character align with Christian values?

  • Calls upon God for help
  • Represents moral righteousness
  • Rejects evil thoughts and temptation
• What is the impact of Banquo's murder on the play's dynamics?

  • Marks Macbeth's moral decline
  • Affects Macbeth and Lady Macbeth's relationship
  • Highlights the consequences of ambition
• How does Lady Macbeth react to Banquo's murder?

  She disapproves and tells Macbeth to stop.
• What happens to Lady Macbeth as Macbeth acts independently?

  She becomes redundant and loses power.
• How do Macbeth and Lady Macbeth's characters develop?

  They develop in reverse directions.
• What does Macbeth's metaphor about blood symbolize?

  It symbolizes guilt and his inability to return.
• How does Macbeth feel about killing Duncan?

  He feels regret and recognizes injustice.
• What motivates Macbeth to continue killing?

  His greed and desire for security.
• Who appears as a ghost at Macbeth's banquet?

  Banquo's ghost appears.
• How does Banquo's ghost affect Macbeth?

  It increases his paranoia and chaos.
• What is the nature of Macbeth and Banquo's friendship?

  It is strong but tested by the witches.
• How does Banquo serve as a foil to Macbeth?

  Banquo is skeptical while Macbeth is not.
• What does Banquo instruct Fleance to do when attacked?

  He tells Fleance to "fly".
• How does Banquo's attitude towards the witches differ from Macbeth's?

  Banquo is suspicious while Macbeth is eager.
• What does Banquo's quote about "the earth hath bubbles" signify?

  It shows his distance from the witches.
• How does Macbeth view Banquo's "royalty of nature"?

  He fears it and sees it as a threat.
• What does Banquo's response to the witches reveal about his character?

  He is composed and morally responsible.