Macbeth Peer Review Checklist
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Macbeth Peer Review Checklist
Sample analytical response
In Macbeth, Shakespeare presents ambition as a force that can overwhelm a person's judgement. Before Duncan's murder, Macbeth admits, “I have no spur / To prick the sides of my intent, but only / Vaulting ambition” (Act 1, Scene 7). The metaphor of a rider trying to leap too far suggests that Macbeth's desire is powerful but reckless. The word “only” also makes ambition sound like his sole motive, rather than a reasoned decision. Later, Macbeth's choices bring him power, but they also lead to fear and violence. Shakespeare therefore suggests that ambition without moral restraint can destroy both peace of mind and a stable community. This warning would have resonated with an audience concerned about the consequences of challenging a king.
Check the argument and evidence
For questions 1–4, assess the sample response rather than your own opinion of the play.
- Macbeth becomes king after Duncan's murder.
- Ambition without moral restraint can damage a person and the wider community.
- Shakespeare uses a metaphor in Act 1, Scene 7.
- An audience may have worried about challenging a king.
- Yes: a relevant quotation is included and its wording is discussed.
- No: the response makes claims but includes no quotation or example.
- Yes: several scenes are quoted in full.
- No: the quotation is unrelated to ambition.
Check organisation and style
Look for a clear progression of ideas, an analytical tone and language that is precise enough to support the argument.
- It introduces an argument, analyses a quotation, then connects Macbeth's choices to a broader warning.
- It lists events in order without making an argument.
- It begins with a conclusion and then changes to an unrelated topic.
- It consists only of a quotation and a personal reaction.
- It is mostly analytical and formal, with claims about Shakespeare's ideas.
- It is mainly conversational and uses slang.
- It is a personal diary entry about the writer's feelings.
- It is too informal to communicate an argument.
Write feedback the author can use
Use specific details from the sample. A useful comment names the feature, explains its effect and, where needed, suggests a next step.
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