Macbeth Act 3 scenes 3-4

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Who is the ghost that Macbeth sees in Act 3?

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Banquo

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What event does Macbeth invite Banquo to in Act 3?

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A banquet.

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Why does Lady Macbeth question Macbeth's manhood in Act 3?

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To remind him to be strong and not a coward.

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What indicates that the ghost of Banquo is not real?

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Nobody but Macbeth can see him.

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How does Macbeth behave when he sees the ghost of Banquo?

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He acts strangely, talks to the ghost, and questions who played this trick on him.

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What is the significance of Banquo's ghost in Macbeth's mental state?

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It symbolizes Macbeth's guilt and paranoia.

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How does Lady Macbeth react to Macbeth's behavior during the banquet?

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She tries to calm him down and dismisses his strange actions as a recurring illness.

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What theme is highlighted by Macbeth's vision of Banquo's ghost?

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The theme of guilt and its psychological effects.

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What does Macbeth's invitation to Banquo reveal about his character?

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It shows his desire to maintain appearances and his ambition.

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How does the appearance of Banquo's ghost affect the other characters at the banquet?

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It confuses and alarms them, leading them to question Macbeth's sanity.