Characters
Who was the chief person who planned Duncan's murder
Lady Macbeth
Whose sons will be kings?
Banquo
Who says "Yet do I fear thy nature." and why?
Lady Macbeth: She is worried about Macbeth's gentleness when it comes to murdering the king
Who is the Traitor that is eventually executed?
The original Thane of Cawdor
Name one paradox that appears in Act 1
"fair is foul"
"Lesser yet greater"
"Not so happy, yet happier"
How does Macbeth prove his "loyalty" based on the conversation in Act 1 Scene 2?
He cuts a man from stomach to chin and decapitates them
Who says "“Were such things here as we do speak about, / Or have we eaten on the insane root / That takes the reason prisoner?” and what are they talking about?
Banquo: he is in awe/in disbelief about the witches' prophecy
How does Lady Macbeth convince Macbeth to follow through with the murder plan?
She emasculates him
Why does Macbeth hesitate to murder Duncan?
He appreciated Duncan's generosity/ kindness, and the people liked him
Who says this, "“This castle has a pleasant seat. The air/Nimbly and sweetly recommends itself/Unto our gentle senses.”
King Duncan
Describe Macbeth versus Banquo's reaction to the prophecy coming true
Macbeth: Afraid of himself
Banquo: In disbelief
Which witch curses the sailor? Bonus: What is that curse?
Witch 1: "Drain him dry"/torture him for months at sea
Who says "Stars, hide your fires; Let not light see my black and deep desires." and why?
Macbeth, since Malcolm is now the Prince of Cumberland and heir to the throne
How does Lady Macbeth hype herself up (try and muster up the confidence) in her first appearance?
She speaks to demons to take away any womanly part of her and any remorse so she can successfully complete the plan