Macbeth Act 5

Front

What does the messenger tell Macbeth in Act 5?

Back

The forest is coming toward the castle.

Front

Why is Macbeth not afraid of Young Siward?

Back

Because Young Siward was born from a woman.

Front

Why does Macduff feel he must kill Macbeth?

Back

To get revenge because Macbeth killed Macduff's family.

Front

What realization does Macbeth come to about the witches and apparitions?

Back

They deceived him with ambiguous messages.

Front

Who becomes king at the end of Macbeth?

Back

Malcolm.

Front

What is the significance of the forest moving toward Dunsinane?

Back

It fulfills the witches' prophecy that Macbeth will not be defeated until Birnam Wood comes to Dunsinane.

Front

What does Lady Macbeth's sleepwalking reveal about her character?

Back

It shows her guilt and mental deterioration due to her role in the murders.

Front

How does Macbeth's attitude change throughout Act 5?

Back

He shifts from confidence and arrogance to despair and realization of his impending doom.

Front

What role does fate play in Macbeth's downfall?

Back

Fate, as foretold by the witches, leads Macbeth to make choices that ultimately result in his destruction.

Front

What is the theme of revenge in Act 5?

Back

Macduff seeks revenge for the murder of his family, highlighting the destructive cycle of vengeance.