Macbeth Act 1

Front

What do the Three Witches predict for Banquo?

Back

He will be the father of kings even if he is not a king himself.

Tags

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 is the fate of the original Thane of Cawdor?

Back

He betrayed the king so he is executed.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

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

Front

What is Lady Macbeth's opinion of Macbeth after reading the letter?

Back

She thinks he's too weak to do what's necessary.

Tags

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

Who proclaims, 'All hail, Macbeth, that shalt be king hereafter!'?

Back

The Witches.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

Why does King Duncan choose Macbeth as the new Thane of Cawdor?

Back

Macbeth earned it by fighting valiantly.

Tags

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 theme is introduced by the Witches' prophecies?

Back

The theme of ambition and its consequences.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

How does Lady Macbeth's character influence Macbeth's actions?

Back

She challenges his masculinity and ambition, pushing him towards regicide.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What is the significance of the title 'Thane of Cawdor'?

Back

It represents loyalty and honor, which are later contrasted with betrayal.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

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

Front

What role do the supernatural elements play in Act 1?

Back

They foreshadow events and create an atmosphere of uncertainty.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

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

Front

How does Macbeth react to the Witches' prophecies?

Back

He is initially skeptical but becomes intrigued and ambitious.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3