Macbeth Act 1

Front

Describe the mood established by the Weird Sisters in Scene 1 of Macbeth.

Back

Creepy and spooky.

Front

What predictions do the Weird Sisters make about Macbeth?

Back

Thane of Glamis, Thane of Cawdor, King.

Front

Who is most disturbed after the Weird Sisters’ prediction?

Back

Macbeth.

Front

What might the Weird Sisters symbolize in Macbeth?

Back

Fate.

Front

What does Lady Macbeth tell Macbeth after getting blood on her hands?

Back

Just wash it off with a little water—it’s easy.

Front

What is the significance of the Weird Sisters in the play?

Back

They represent the theme of fate versus free will.

Front

How does Macbeth react to the prophecies of the Weird Sisters?

Back

He is intrigued but also troubled.

Front

What role does Lady Macbeth play in Macbeth's ambition?

Back

She encourages and manipulates him to pursue power.

Front

What is the theme of ambition in Act 1 of Macbeth?

Back

Ambition drives characters to moral corruption and tragic outcomes.

Front

How does the setting contribute to the mood in Act 1?

Back

The dark and stormy setting enhances the eerie atmosphere.