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Do Now What do you know about William
Shakespeare? What other works of his have you read?
MacbethWilliam Shakespeare
Background Macbeth was written for James I and
performed in 1606. James I was King of Scotland when he came to the English throne.
James I’s descendants can be traced back to the character of Banquo.
Shakespeare’s plays reflect timeless conflicts and resolutions, as well as a view of Elizabethan society.
Shakespeare One of the most celebrated authors of
literature. Shakespeare’s career spanned nearly 30
years.◦ 1588 – Comedy of Errors◦ 1613 – Henry VIII
Macbeth is one of Shakespeare’s finest tragedies.◦ Othello◦ King Lear◦ Hamlet
What do you think of what we’ve read so far? Do you find it interesting? Why or why not?
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What do you think it means that one of the witches’ prophecies has already come true? What does it foreshadow for Macbeth?
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Shakespeare begins ‘Macbeth’ with the witches talking on a barren a stretch of land in a thunderstorm. This creates a certain atmosphere and mood. What images contributed to this evil atmosphere? Do you feel the mood continues through Act 1?
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What have we learned so far about Macbeth? Do you feel he is a good leader? Explain.
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How important do you think the witches will be to the story? Will they cause positive or negative consequences for the characters?
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What have we learned about the characters so far?
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Do Now What does the murder of Banquo show you
about the change in Macbeth’s character?
How do Macbeth and Banquo differ in their responses to the Witches?
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What tactics does Lady Macbeth use to manipulate her husband?
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Why can Macbeth be considered a tragic hero?
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How does Lady Macbeth lose control over her husband?
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