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In-depth Study Questions |
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1. Guilt is a major theme throughout
the play. Give specific details on how it affects Macbeth & Lady
Macbeth.
2. Shakespeare has been considered one of the first feminists. Explain how feminism may have had a role in the play. Note the way Lady Macbeth views her husband in the scene's of Duncan's murder and the banquet table and what actions she takes.
3. Explain how the misleading fortunes of the three witches leads to the tragic end of the play for Macbeth.
4. In almost all of Shakespeare's plays there is some sort of comic relief. Identify what the comic relief may be in Macbeth. Hint: Act II
5. What worldly lesson can be learned using Macbeth and his wife's irrational lust for power as an example?
6. Give some examples of irony and paradox that appear throughout the play.
7. In what indirect way did the murders committed by Macbeth ultimately turn on him and lead to his own death?
8. In this play what do you think the crown of the king may tragically symbolize?
9. How was foreshadowing used throughout the play to convey to the reader and Macbeth what would happen later on?
10. Other than death how were Macbeth and Lady Macbeth punished for the sins they committed? |
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