Manipulation Walter
Who does Walter lie to about the money he’s earning?
Skyler – he hides the source of his income by lying about gambling winnings.
What job does Walter have before turning to crime?
He was a high school chemistry teacher.
What physical reaction does Macbeth have to his guilt?
He hears voices saying he has murdered sleep.
What is Macbeth’s first ambitious thought after hearing the prophecy?
100 A: He thinks about becoming king after hearing the witches' prophecy.
Who does Macbeth manipulate into helping with Duncan’s murder?
Lady Macbeth – he manipulates her into helping carry out the murder of Duncan.
What major decision does Walter make when Jane is dying?
He lets Jane die by not saving her from choking.
What excuse does Walter use for starting his drug business?
He says he’s doing it “for his family.”
How does Lady Macbeth describe Macbeth’s guilt in his sleep?
She says he talks in his sleep, crying out and confessing to murder.
What prophecy sparks Macbeth’s ambition?
That he will be Thane of Cawdor and then King, as predicted by the witches.
What does Macbeth say to Banquo to hide his intentions?
He tells Banquo they should speak later, pretending everything is fine.
Who does Walter manipulate most consistently in the show?
Jesse – Walt lies, manipulates, and betrays him throughout the show.
What moment proves Walter’s ambition has become selfish?
He turns down legitimate money and continues cooking meth for pride and control.
What’s one example of Walter’s guilt showing emotionally or physically?
He breaks down after Jane’s death and later over Hank’s death.
How does Macbeth try to protect his ambition after becoming king?
He arranges the murder of Banquo and Fleance to eliminate threats to the throne.
How does Macbeth manipulate the murderers?
He questions the murderers’ masculinity and blames Banquo for their misfortunes.
What manipulation leads to the death of Hank?
He sends Jack’s gang after Jesse, which leads to Hank being killed.
What quote from the final episode reveals Walter’s true ambition?
“I did it for me. I liked it. I was good at it.”
What does Macbeth see before killing Duncan that reflects his guilt?
He sees a hallucinated dagger leading him to the murder, showing mental conflict.
Why does Macbeth say, “Stars, hide your fires”?
He wants his dark thoughts hidden from heaven and conscience.
What does Macbeth say to convince himself murder is right?
“False face must hide what the false heart doth know.”
What long-term manipulation ruins Walter’s marriage?
He lies and deceives Skyler so much that she leaves him, breaking their family.
How does Walter’s ambition affect his relationship with Jesse?
He loses Jesse’s trust and ruins their relationship by manipulating and betraying him.
In the end, what do both characters regret losing due to guilt?
They both lose their peace, loved ones, and sense of identity due to overwhelming guilt.
How does ambition lead to Macbeth’s downfall?
It makes him paranoid, leads to more murders, and turns him into a tyrant who is eventually overthrown.
How does Macbeth fake loyalty to Duncan?
He acts as a loyal subject, calls Duncan an “honoured guest,” while plotting his murder.