Evil and the supernatural

Cards (24)

  • What world does Macbeth introduce us to?
    Medieval, feudal Scotland
  • Why are the themes in Macbeth still relevant today?
    They reflect ongoing human experiences
  • What are the key themes in Macbeth?
    • Ambition and power
    • Evil and the supernatural
    • Appearances and reality
  • Who published a book on witchcraft during Shakespeare's time?
    King James I
  • How does Shakespeare use evil and the supernatural in Macbeth?
    As a backdrop to the events
  • What do the Witches' predictions lead Macbeth to do?
    Think wicked thoughts and commit evil deeds
  • What does Macbeth feel before committing his first murder?
    He wrestles with his conscience
  • What does Macbeth's quote about present fears suggest?
    Imagined fears are worse than reality
  • How does the Witches' appearance set the tone for the play?
    It occurs during a thunderstorm
  • What do the Witches do besides predicting the future?
    Control the weather and cast spells
  • What does one Witch plan to do to the sailor's wife?
    Take revenge by causing sleep deprivation
  • What unnatural occurrences happen after Duncan's murder?
    Strong winds and ghostly cries are reported
  • What does Lennox describe before Duncan's body is found?
    Strange events occurring during the murder
  • How does Shakespeare depict the disruption of nature in Macbeth?
    • Thunderstorms at the play's opening
    • Unnatural events after Duncan's murder
    • Birnam Wood moving to Dunsinane
  • What does the phrase "Fair is foul, and foul is fair" imply?
    Confusion between good and evil
  • How does the theme of appearances versus reality manifest in Macbeth?
    Characters hide their true intentions
  • What does Macbeth's character reveal about ambition?
    It can lead to moral corruption
  • How does Shakespeare create a memorable opening scene?
    Through characters, setting, and language
  • What role does Hecate play in the Witches' activities?
    She is the goddess of witchcraft
  • What does the owl's screech symbolize in the play?
    A bad omen
  • What does the phrase "the Earth was feverous and did shake" suggest?
    The natural world is disturbed by evil
  • How does the theme of evil manifest through Macbeth's actions?
    He commits murder and deception
  • What does the disruption of nature symbolize in Macbeth?
    The consequences of unnatural actions
  • What are the consequences of Macbeth's ambition?
    • Moral corruption
    • Violence and chaos
    • Disruption of natural order