Macbeth Act 3

Front

What is a soliloquy in the context of a play?

Back

A soliloquy is a speech given by a character who is alone on stage, expressing their thoughts and feelings directly to the audience.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

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CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

Front

How many children does Macbeth have?

Back

Macbeth has no children.

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Front

Who do the Witches consult with in Macbeth?

Back

The Witches consult with the Goddess Hecate.

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CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

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What event does Macbeth invite Banquo to attend?

Back

Macbeth invites Banquo to a formal banquet.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

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CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

Front

What is an aside in a play?

Back

An aside is a remark made by a character that is intended to be heard by the audience but not by other characters on stage.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

Front

What role do the Witches play in Macbeth's fate?

Back

The Witches provide prophecies that influence Macbeth's actions and decisions.

Front

What is the significance of Banquo's character in Macbeth?

Back

Banquo represents the moral compass and the potential threat to Macbeth's power, as he is prophesied to father a line of kings.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

How does Macbeth's ambition drive the plot of the play?

Back

Macbeth's ambition leads him to commit regicide, which sets off a chain of events resulting in his downfall.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What themes are explored in Act 3 of Macbeth?

Back

Themes include ambition, guilt, betrayal, and the consequences of unchecked ambition.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

Front

How does Macbeth's character change from Act 1 to Act 3?

Back

Macbeth evolves from a hesitant and noble warrior to a ruthless and paranoid tyrant.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3