Untitled Flashcards Set

Setting/century - Scotland, England; Elizabethan Era

Who Scotland is at war with - denmark

Traits we learn about Macbeth before he is seen in the play - he is heroic

How he gets Thane of Cawdor title - King Duncan valued Macbeth with honor for their diligence;

Why Lady Macbeth calls on spirits while reading Macbeth’s letter - to carry on Duncans murder

Recognize a paradox

What are the reasons Macbeth should NOT kill Ducan - it could trammel up the consequences, King duncan was blameless, and would also be an act of violence

What is the only reason why he would - if it was done quick

What item does Macbeth see floating in the air before the murder - a dagger

Who actually murders Macbeth - Macduff

Who returns the dagger to the room - Lady Macbeth

Who is the comic relief after the murder - porter

How do we know Macduff does not approve of Macbeth’s coronation - He doesn’t want to show up in Scone where the coronation takes place

Why does Macbeth talk of a barren scepter - to express his frustration that he will not have any heirs to inherit the throne

How does Macbeth influence the murders to go after Banquo (other than paying them) - convinces them that eliminating Banquo is essential for their own gain

Who murders Banquo - the murderers

Who escapes from the murders - fleance

What happens during the banquet - Macbeth saw Malculms ghost

Where does Macduff go instead of answering Macbeth’s request to come to the castle - england

What 3 things do the apparitions of the witches tell Macbeth in Act IV

Who warns Lady Macduff of impending attack - ross

Why is Ross hesitant to tell Macduff the news he has in Act IV - to spare him from immediate grief.

What is Malcolm's advice to Macduff in his grief - transform his grief into a motivation for action/revenge

Why won’t Lady Macbeth’s gentlewoman repeat what she has heard Lady M say - revealing her private confessions could lead to further harm or disgrace

What does Macbeth want the doctor to do for Lady M - to help he regain her sanity