Macbeth Act 1
What is the atmosphere of the witches in the first scene?
Dark, scary, and omnious
What does Duncan give his hostess (Lady Macbeth) to show his gratitude?
A diamond
Why can Banquo be considered a threat to Macbeth?
The witches said Banquo's sons will be king, but Macbeth wants his sons and himself to be king.
What are the girl warriors called
Alaki
Who are Tonya Harding and Nancy Kerrigan?
U.S. figure skaters.
What reward is given to Macbeth for his role in the war?
Thane of Quarter.
Banquo wants the prediction made by the witches to come true for his sons. What does he refuse to do so that the prediction comes true?
Kill Duncan
What are Macbeth's motives for murdering Banquo?
-Macbeth wants his sons to be king
-Banquo knows of the prophecies
What color is Deka's blood?
Gold
Where did the attack on Nancy Kerrigan take place?
At a practice session for the U.S. Figure Skating Championships in Detroit, Michigan.
What predictions are made for Macbeth?
That he will be Thane of Glam, Thane of Quarter, and King.
What is the significance of the ringing of the bell?
It means death. It is time for Macbeth to murder Duncan.
Macbeth seems very interested in Banquo's travel plans. Why do you suppose that is?
He is very interested in Banquo's travel plans because he wants to know where and when he is going to Macbeth can make plans to kill him.
What is the name of Deka's best friend
Britta
Why was Nancy Kerrigan attacked before the Olympics?
To injure her and eliminate her from competition so Tonya Harding could have a better chance at winning.
What is the nature of the war when Scotland is involved?
Frieghtning to the people lead by the thane of Cawdor.
What does Macbeth bring with him from the murder scene, which Lady Macbeth must return?
A bloody dagger
What does Macbeth mean when he says, "To be thus is nothing,/ But to be safely thus"?
He means he doesn't feel safe or secure because Banquo's son Fleance and Macbeth and Donalbain are still alive and are heir to the throne.
What is white hands rumored to breed?
Monsters
What role did Tonya Harding’s ex-husband, Jeff Gillooly, play in the attack?
He helped plan and organize the attack.
What is ironic about the speeches that Duncan and Banquo make as they approach Macbeth's castle?
Full gratitude and kindness. (There's a murder plan)
What does Lady Macbeth intend to do with Duncan's blood if he's bleeding?
Smear it on the guards
Look at the dialogue between Macbeth and Banquo; how has their relationship changed now that Macbeth is king? How has Macbeth's demeanor changed since his last scene?
Banquo now speaks up to Macbeth and now they are more distant towards each other.
What is the name of Deka's village?
Irfut
How did the media portray Tonya Harding vs. Nancy Kerrigan during and after the scandal?
Kerrigan was seen as the innocent victim; Harding was painted as the villain or underdog, depending on the outlet.