Macbeth Act 1
What happen when the three witches showed up and what do they plan to do?
The three witches started chanting a spell and they plan to wait upon Macbeth after the battle.
Why can't Banquo sleep?
He dreams of the three witches prophecy
Where have Malcolm and Donalbain fled to?
Malcolm has went to England and Donalbain has went to Ireland.
Who gives Banquo and Macbeth their prophecies?
The witches/weird sisters
When the King hears of Macbeth being titled the Thane of Cawdor, what was his general response?
He thought it was a great thing because MAcbeth is loyal and courageous.
At midnight, what do Banquo and Macbeth discuss?
They start talking about the three witches.
What is Macbeth soliloquy mainly about? Remember this is specifically Act 3.
His speech began with him talking about his friend banquo and he explains that he is scared of him. Then he goes on talking about the witches prophecies saying if it becomes true he will be a great king.
This is the true heir to the throne.
Malcolm
Why has Macbeth become the Thane of Cawdor?
The original Thane turned out to be a traitor and was sentenced to death.
After Banquo and fleance leave, what does Macbeth have a vision of and what does it mean to him?
Macbeth has a vision of a dagger floating in the air toward Duncan. It tells him that he is afraid to kill duncan and he isn't able to grab it.
This character drugged King Duncan's servants.
Lady Macbeth
What did King Duncan give to Macbeth?
He gave him the title ''thane of cawdor''. which means he will be executed.
Why can't Lady Macbeth kill King Duncan?
He resembles her father.
In Act 3, Scene 1, Macbeth delivers a soliloquy expressing his fears and desires. What is the main subject of this soliloquy?
Macbeth's fear of Banquo's descendants and Macbeth's desire to secure his throne.
This character rides off into the night instead of attending Macbeth's feast.
Banquo
What do the witches tell Macbeth he will be titled eventually?
They tell him one day he will become king.
How does Macbeth act towards killing the king?
He is shocked and ashamed
What theme is prominent in Act 3, Scene 1, as Macbeth grapples with his desire to maintain power?
The theme of ambition, jealousy, and consequences.
This character is afraid of Banquo.
King Macbeth