Macbeth Famous Quotes

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Who says, 'Tongue nor heart cannot conceive nor name thee!'?

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Macduff

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.2.6

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Who says, 'By the pricking of my thumbs, something wicked this way comes'?

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Witch

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.2.6

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Who expresses fear with the quote, '...and I fear thou play'dst most folly for it.'?

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Banquo

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.2.6

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Who asks, 'If you can look into the seeds of time, and say which grain will grow and which will not, speak then to me.'?

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Banquo

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.2.6

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Who declares, 'Till Birnam Wood remove to Dunsinane I cannot taint with fear.'?

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Macbeth

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.2.6

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What is the significance of the quote 'By the pricking of my thumbs, something wicked this way comes'?

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It foreshadows the arrival of Macbeth, who has become wicked.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.2.6

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What does Macduff's quote 'Tongue nor heart cannot conceive nor name thee!' imply about his feelings?

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It expresses his deep anguish and inability to articulate his grief.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.2.6

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What theme is highlighted in Banquo's quote about fearing folly?

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The theme of betrayal and the consequences of ambition.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.2.6

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What does Banquo's inquiry about the seeds of time suggest about his character?

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It shows his curiosity and desire for knowledge about the future.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

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How does Macbeth's statement about Birnam Wood reflect his state of mind?

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It shows his overconfidence and denial of the prophecies.

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

CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.3