ambition + power

• What drives Macbeth to consider regicide?

  His ambition for power
• How does Macbeth's ambition affect his character?

  It leads to his downfall
• What is Macbeth's fatal flaw?

  Ambition
• How is Macbeth described at the beginning of the play?

  As a strong leader, "Brave Macbeth"
• What qualities does Macbeth lack that are essential for a king?

  Loyalty
• How does Macbeth's ambition affect his relationships?

  It makes him greedy and selfish
• Who does Macbeth send to be murdered?

  Fleance and Banquo
• Why does Macbeth want to murder Banquo?

  To prevent Banquo's descendants from becoming royal
• How does Macbeth treat Lady Macbeth as his ambition grows?

  He puts her to the side
• What role do the witches' prophecies play in Macbeth's ambition?

  They drive his ambition and need for power
• What does Macbeth mean by "the seed of Banquo Kings"?

  He only wants the throne for himself
• How does Lady Macbeth's ambition manifest in her actions?

  She persuades Macbeth to commit regicide
• How does Lady Macbeth manipulate Macbeth?

  By challenging his masculinity
• What is Lady Macbeth's fatal flaw?

  Ambition
• How does Lady Macbeth's ambition lead to her demise?

  She becomes overwhelmed by guilt
• What does Lady Macbeth mean by "And we not fail"?

  She manipulates Macbeth into believing their plan will succeed
• What role does Lady Macbeth play in the murder of Duncan?

  She creates the plan and cover-up
• How does Lady Macbeth's ambition affect her relationship with Macbeth?

  She acts on behalf of him, not just herself
• How does Lady Macbeth's persuasive nature influence Macbeth?

  It reinforces and influences his ambition