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Macbeth Act 1 Analysis

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Macbeth Act 1 Analysis

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🎭 Part 1: Character Analysis (15 minutes)

1. Which word best describes Macbeth at the beginning of Act 1?

Cowardly

Brave

Lazy

Cruel

2. What do the witches predict for Macbeth? (Select all that apply)

He will become Thane of Glamis

He will become Thane of Cawdor

He will become King

He will live forever

3. Complete this quote from Lady Macbeth:

"Come, you spirits... and fill me from the crown to the toe, ____________ of direst cruelty."

4. In 2-3 sentences, explain how Lady Macbeth's character differs from Macbeth's in Act 1.

⏰ Break Time! Take 2-3 minutes to stretch and refocus before continuing.

🔍 Part 2: Language and Themes (15 minutes)

5. Which theme is most prominent in Act 1?

Love and romance

Ambition and power

Friendship and loyalty

Nature and environment

6. Find and write down one example of dramatic irony from Act 1, Scene 6 (when Duncan arrives at Macbeth's castle).
7. Compare the language used by the witches with the language used by Duncan. Write 3-4 sentences explaining the differences.
8. Which literary device does Shakespeare use when Macbeth says "Stars, hide your fires; Let not light see my black and deep desires"?

Simile

Metaphor

Personification

Alliteration

⏰ Final Check! Review your answers and add any additional thoughts.

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