Cards in this guide (23)
For whom was Macbeth written
Shakespeare wrote the play Macbeth to be performed for King
James I
What best describes paraphrasing
Rewriting a sentence from a text in your own words
What type of conflict is simply awareness of conflict situation
There are many different types of conflict such as internal or
external. Another example would be perceived conflict which is
simply the awareness of a conflict situation.
How can supernatural elements in a story help advance the plot
Supernatural elements can help advance the plot of a story by
creating conflict.
What is the best example of a tragic flaw
Macbeth's desire for power.
How do the witches create tension in Macbeth
they give away just enough information about the story's events
to keep the audience interested in finding out more.
Who is angry at the three witches who were predicting the future of Macbeth
Hecate was angry at the three witches who were predicting the
future of Macbeth
What quote example from Act III best shows that Macbeth has become power hungry and will do anything to keep the throne
Macbeth persuades the murderers to kill Banquo and his son
How does Shakespeare's use of the supernatural help create suspense in Macbeth
By playing on audiences fears
What does Macbeth see that supports the idea that he feels guilty about killing banquo
Banquo's ghost, which shows up at the dinner party the Macbeths
are throwing. Only Macbeth can see him.
What makes Hecate's speech stand out from the speech of other characters
What evidence from the text leads you to believe that dagger Macbeth sees is an illusion
"Come, let me clutch thee. I have thee not, and yet I see thee
still."
Which event is an example of irony in Macbeth
Macbeth has been crowned king- a glorious position- but he feels empty and worthless because of his actions. -apex
Which character is the best example of a tragic hero
a young men tries to go home to his wife and family after a long
war b
How were stories with supernatural elements viewed differently in Shakespeare time versus how they are viewed today
Audiences during Shakespeare's time considered witches and curses to be real and much scarier than todays audiences would.
Malcolm and Donalbain are suspected of which crime
Shakespeare's audiences would have assumed that caused the strange elements in Macbet
(Apex)~Witchcraft
that other answer is wrong ;{
Which event in Macbeth happens first
Lady Macbeth talks Macbeth into killing Duncan ( apex ) just took the quiz
What evidence from the text supports the idea that Lady Macbeth believes her husband is too weak and cowardly to kill the king
art thou afeared / to be the same in thine own act and valour /
as thou art in desire?
Which translation of the passage best explains Macbeth's reasoning for not murdering Duncan
Duncan is such a good and popular king; it would be cruel to
kill him and make the country sad.
What can you infer about Macbeth's mood from his words in this scene
(Apex Learning) He is sad and regretful about the actions that have led him to battle against his former friends.
Based on the context, what is the meaning of "sleights"
Clever tricks or deceptions
Why do Malcolm Donalbain feel they need to leave Scotland
Apex 1.2.7 Quiz) They fear they will be murdered.