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What motivates Macbeth to order the deaths of Macduff's family?

Back

Macbeth wants to punish Macduff for betraying him and joining with Malcolm.

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What are the witches doing at the beginning of Act 4?

Back

The witches are circling a cauldron.

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What is the main purpose of Act IV in Macbeth?

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To foreshadow the fall of Macbeth.

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How does Macbeth feel after seeing the first three apparitions?

Back

Macbeth feels invincible.

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Where is Macduff according to the Lord?

Back

Macduff is in England.

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What does the cauldron symbolize in Act 4?

Back

The cauldron symbolizes chaos and the dark forces at play.

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Who is Hecate in relation to the witches?

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Hecate is the goddess of witchcraft and the leader of the witches.

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What does the first apparition warn Macbeth about?

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The first apparition warns Macbeth to beware of Macduff.

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What does the second apparition tell Macbeth?

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The second apparition tells Macbeth that no one born of a woman will harm him.

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What does the third apparition reveal to Macbeth?

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The third apparition reveals that Macbeth will not be vanquished until Birnam Wood comes to Dunsinane.