Macbeth Act 3 Scenes 1-2

Front

What does Banquo really think about Macbeth being king?

Back

He believes that Macbeth got his position through dubious means.

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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

Why does Macbeth betray his friend Banquo?

Back

He fears that Banquo will ensure to make his descendant a king.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

According to Macbeth, who else besides Banquo must die?

Back

Fleance.

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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

How many sons does Macbeth have?

Back

0.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

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

Front

What emotion best describes how Banquo feels about the witches' prophecies?

Back

Hesitant.

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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 is the significance of the witches' prophecies in Macbeth?

Back

They set the plot in motion and influence Macbeth's actions.

Front

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

Back

He becomes more ambitious and ruthless, willing to betray friends.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What role does guilt play in Macbeth's actions?

Back

Guilt drives Macbeth to paranoia and further violence.

Front

What is the relationship between Macbeth and Lady Macbeth in Act 3?

Back

It becomes strained as Macbeth takes actions without consulting her.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

How does Banquo's character contrast with Macbeth's?

Back

Banquo is cautious and moral, while Macbeth is ambitious and treacherous.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3