Macbeth Act 1 scene 1

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Where do the three witches plan to meet Macbeth?

Back

Upon the heath.

Front

What atmosphere is Shakespeare trying to set with this scene?

Back

Shakespeare wants the reader to feel uncomfortable and unsteady; viewers should be wary of the witches and their connection to Macbeth.

Front

Who was the reigning monarch when 'Macbeth' was first performed?

Back

James I.

Front

Why might Shakespeare have included the three witches at the very start of the play?

Back

So that the audience would fear them and worry for Macbeth.

Front

What is one way that Shakespeare tailored 'Macbeth' to suit the king?

Back

It featured supernatural elements.

Front

What role do the three witches play in 'Macbeth'?

Back

They serve as agents of fate and foreshadow Macbeth's rise and fall.

Front

What is the significance of the phrase 'Fair is foul, and foul is fair'?

Back

It suggests the theme of moral ambiguity and the inversion of natural order.

Front

How does the setting of the heath contribute to the mood of the play?

Back

The heath is a desolate and eerie place, enhancing the supernatural and ominous atmosphere.

Front

What literary device is primarily used in the witches' dialogue?

Back

The use of paradox and rhyme creates a chant-like quality, emphasizing their otherworldly nature.

Front

What is the importance of the supernatural in 'Macbeth'?

Back

It drives the plot and influences characters' actions, particularly Macbeth's ambition.