Macbeth

• What acts is Macbeth in?

  Act 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
• How is Macbeth portrayed at the start?

  Portrayed as brave and noble by Duncan
• What is Macbeth?

  Ambitious
• What does Macbeth serve as?

  A powerful exploration of ambition, morality and the human condition.
• What does he want to become?

  He wants to become king and will do anything to make it happen
• How strong are Macbeths morals?

  Weak
• What does Macbeth have?

  A guilty conscience
• How is Macbeth seen as at the end?

  Violent, cold and calculating killer.
• What does Macbeth not want to be seen as?

  Unmanly
• What type of figure is he?

  An ultimately tragic figure
• Why does he kill Banquo?

  Because he is insecure
• Why does he kill Macduff's family?

  For his position
• what does him being easily influenced mean?

  That he can be weak
• "For brave Macbeth-well he deserves that name"
• What act is the quote "For brave Macbeth-well he deserves that name" from?

  Act one, scene two
• Who says the quote "For brave Macbeth-well he deserves that name"?

  Captain
• What does the quote "For brave Macbeth-well he deserves that name" mean?

  The captain emphasizes that Macbeth's actions justify the label "Brave" highlighting his courage and valor. This quote establishes Macbeth as a heroic figure in the opening scenes. The quote emphasizes Macbeth's bravery, implying a sense of courage and fearlessness in battle.
• What is Macbeth celebrated for in the quote "For brave Macbeth- well he deserves that name"?

  He is celebrated for his courage, which earns him respect and admiration. This sets up his initial character as a noble hero. Serves to establish Macbeth's initial reputation as a brave and honourable man, it makes his moral decline even more striking.
• "My black and deep desires"
• What act is the quote "My black and deep desires" from?

  Act one, scene four
• Who says the quote "My black and deep desires"?

  Macbeth
• What does the quote "My black and deep desires" mean?

  Reveals Macbeth's growing ambition and his willingness to commit evil and achieve it. The "Black" part suggests the darkness and moral corruption of his intentions. Macbeth is clearly worried by the strength of his own ambition.
• What is the quote "My black and deep desires" the start of?

  This is the start of Macbeth's deep downfall into tyranny. He is physical example of how ambition can corrupt and override moral standards. Suggests Macbeth is aware of the sinister nature of his ambitions.
• What does the quote "My black and deep desires" illustrate?

  It shows that while he yearns for power, he is also aware that pursuing these desires could lead him down a treacherous path.
• "Is this a dagger which i see before me"
• What act is the quote "Is this a dagger which i see before me" from?

  Act two, scene one
• Who says the quote "Is this a dagger which i see before me"?

  Macbeth
• What does the quote "Is this a dagger which i see before me" mean?

  Reveals Macbeth's internal conflict and the psychological turmoil he experiences as he contemplates murdering Duncan. The dagger, a hallucination, represents his ambition and the guilt that is consuming him.
• What does the quote "Is this a dagger which i see before me" represent?

  It represents the turning point where he is no longer a loyal friend but a ruthless murderer. The words "Is this" makes it sound like a question which could show Macbeth's distrust and scepticism. Highlights his loss of control over his own actions and the growing psychological instability that is taking hold.
• "This is a sorry sight"
• What act is the quote "This is a sorry sight" from?

  Act two, scene two
• Who said the quote "This is a sorry sight"?

  Macbeth
• What does the quote "This is a sorry sight " mean?

  Reveals Macbeth's initial remorse and guilt after murdering Duncan. Suggests Macbeth is already deeply disturbed by the deed and the blood on his hands. Indicating a clash between his ambition and and a nascent sense of morality.
• What does the quote "This is a sorry sight" illustrate?

  The "sorry sight" indicates Macbeth's immediate reaction to the murder, a stark contrast to the earlier ambition and determination he displayed. Indicates he is immediately remorseful and disturbed. His reaction highlights the vulnerability and the profound effect the crime has on him.
• "We have scorched the snake not killed it"
• What act is the quote "We have scorched the snake not killed it" from?

  Act three, scene two
• Who says the quote "We have scorched the snake not killed it"?

  Macbeth
• What does the quote "We have scorched the snake not killed it" mean?

  Signifies that Macbeth has dealt with a threat but the danger is not fully resolved, as other potential threats. This realization intensifies Macbeth's paranoia and fear as he anticipates further challenges to his power. Precariousness of his position after seizing the throne. This quote encapsulates Macbeth's internal struggle and foreshadows the further chaos and bloodshed that will follow as he seeks to eliminate all threats.
• "Our fears in Banquo"
• What act is the quote "Our fears in Banquo" from?

  Act three, scene one