Tragic Heroes
What is the difference between internal and external conflict?
Internal= The struggle the hero engages in with his/her fatal flaw.
External= This can be a problem facing the hero as a result of the plot or a "bad guy" character.
Main character, described as easily persuaded and ambitious.
Macbeth
"Fair is foul, and foul is fair;/ Hover through the fog and filthy air."
The three witches
Where do the witches say they will meet Macbeth?
Upon the heath.
Why does Shakespeare include comic relief?
Because the play is a tragedy, it is necessary to make the audience's viewing experience better.
A dominant, aggressive woman- likes to plan and has little to no remorse.
Lady Macbeth
"Go, pronounce his present death,/ And with his former title greet Macbeth."
Who are the first characters we meet in the play?
The three witches
What is the first characteristic of a tragic hero?
Born of noble birth.
The ruler at the start of the play.
King Duncan.
"For brave Macbeth (well he deserves that name)"
Captain
What new title does Macbeth get?
Thane of Cawdor
What is the most important aspect of a tragic hero?
Their tragic flaw.
Macbeth's friend- a noble, honorable character.
Banquo
"What he hath lost, the noble Macbeth hath won."
King Duncan
Who are the traitors in the battle?
Macdonwald & the old Thane of Cawdor
What is hamartia?
Another word for the tragic flaw.
What are King Duncan's children's names?
Malcolm and Donalbain.
"God save the King"
Ross
How does Macbeth act in the battle?
Very bravely- defeats Macdonwald