Cards in this guide (17)
What best describes paraphrasing
Rewriting a sentence from a text in your own words
How can supernatural elements in a story help advance the plot
Supernatural elements can help advance the plot of a story by
creating conflict.
Why were supernatural elements in a play more frightening for audiences during Shakespeare's time
During Shakespeare's time, people believed that witches and powers really existed, so the supernatural elements of his plays were more frightening for his audiences.
What is the best example of a tragic flaw
Macbeth's desire for power.
What does Lady Macbeth's decision not to kill Duncan herself show about her character
That she has a softer side, although she rarely shows it
How does Shakespeare's use of the supernatural help create suspense in Macbeth
By playing on audiences fears
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
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Malcolm and Donalbain are suspected of which crime
Macbeth contains which supernatural elements
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.
Which supernatural element is emphasized
Apex 1.2.2 Quiz) These lines help to create a scary tone by
using the image of darkness to imply that something bad will happen.
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.