What creates doubt in the thanes at the banquet?
Macbeth talking to Banquo's ghost
“Our fears in Banquo stick deep; and in his royalty of nature/Reigns that which would be fear’d: ‘tis much he dares;
And, to that dauntless temper of his mind,
He hath a wisdom that doth guide his valour
To act in safety.” - (3.1.55-60)
Macbeth
Which type of irony is used in the following lines? Macbeth says, "I wish your horses swift and sure of foot; And so I do commend you to their backs. Farewell."
Verbal irony
“... Naught's had, all's spent,/Where our desire is got without content./‘Tis safer to be that which we destroy/Than by destruction dwell in doubtful joy.” (3.2)
Lady Macbeth
How is the theme of manhood explored in this act?
Macbeth persuades the murderers to kill Banquo by threatening their manhood calling them dogs.
Which three characters give soliloquies in this act?
Banquo, Macbeth and Lady Macbeth
Why is Macbeth hallucinating again?
Along with his paranoia, the ghost of Banquo is showing Macbeth's guilty conscience.
Give two examples of how the theme of blood is reflected Act III?
"Blood will have blood" Banquo's gory locks.
What literary device is used in these lines: "In restless ecstasy. Duncan is in his grave.. Nothing can touch him further"
imagery
What is strange about Lennoxs monologue at the end of Act III?
He has previously supported Macbeth and now he deeply suspects him. We see this because of his sarcasm.
And I the mistress of your charms, The close contriver of all harms
Hecate
What is the purpose of the last scene in Act III?
To summarize the action of Act III, reveal Macbeth's people do not trust him and are hoping for his downfall. Macduff has fled to England, Macbeth is after him.
Give an example of how the theme of appearances versus reality is used in this act.
1. The hallucination of Banquo's ghosts; Macbeth questions what he sees. 2. He seems far less composed when he hallucinates the dagger in Act I which shows how much he is deteriorating and that he cannot determine what is real and what is not.
What is the symbolism of blood in ACT III?
Blood symbolizes the guilt that sits like a permanent stain on the consciences of both Macbeth and Lady Macbeth
Why does Macbeth's character not fit the expected role of King?
There should be a balance between mind and body. Banquo has both, Macbeth is an excellent warrior but lacks mental stability.