A3S2

• Exam: English Literature
• Scene 2 of Macbeth:

  • Lady Macbeth and the servant enter the palace
  • Lady Macbeth asks the servant if Banquo has left the castle and when he will return
  • Lady Macbeth instructs the servant to tell the king she wants to speak with him briefly
  • Lady Macbeth expresses the idea that it's better to be the person murdered than the murderer tormented with anxiety
  • Macbeth enters and Lady Macbeth questions why he is alone with dark and sorrowful thoughts
  • Lady Macbeth advises Macbeth to let go of worries about things that cannot be changed
• • Macbeth mentions that they have wounded the snake but not killed it, indicating ongoing danger
  • Lady Macbeth urges Macbeth to hide his true feelings and intentions to avoid suspicion
  • Macbeth hints at a dreadful deed to be done, involving Banquo
  • Lady Macbeth encourages Macbeth to be happy and cheerful for their guests, including Banquo
  • Macbeth plans to carry out a deed involving Banquo after nightfall