Macbeth 5.7 Interview: Macbeth

In this video, Macbeth reflects on his battle situation, feeling invincible due to a prophecy. He encounters an English soldier and later Macduff, who reveals he was not 'born of a woman' in the traditional sense, challenging Macbeth's belief in his invincibility. Macbeth realizes the witches' prophecy was misleading, leading to his despair. Despite this, he refuses to surrender and prepares for a final confrontation.

What does Macbeth mean when he says he only needs to fear the one who wasn't born of a woman?

How does Macbeth react to the English soldier who confronts him?

What is Macbeth's attitude towards fighting Macduff?

What does Macbeth mean by leading a charmed life?

What does Macduff reveal about his birth that surprises Macbeth?

How does Macbeth feel about the witches' prophecies by the end of the conversation?

What does Macbeth decide regarding his fight with Macduff after learning the truth about his birth?