Shakespeare Today: Macbeth - Act 2 Summary

Shakespeare Today: Macbeth - Act 2 Summary

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4th Grade - University

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This video provides a summary of the second act of Shakespeare's Macbeth. It begins with Macbeth's internal conflict about murdering King Duncan, driven by his ambition and his wife's influence. After committing the murder, Macbeth is haunted by guilt and hears a ghostly voice. Lady Macbeth frames the guards for the murder. Macduff discovers the crime, and Macbeth kills the guards to cover up the truth. Duncan's sons flee, fearing for their lives, while Macduff grows suspicious of Macbeth, who is set to become king.

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What actions does Macbeth take to cover up his crime?

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What are Malcolm and Donalbain's reactions to their father's murder?

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