Macbeth

Trace the stages by which Lady Macbeth becomes less dominant as the play progresses, making clear your changing feelings towards her. ( Write this title down now )

You will be guided through this essay. The Acts and Scenes you should refer to will be pointed out, some key speeches will even be identified… ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Illustrate the power of Macbeth to suggest the greater power, initially, of Lady Macbeth. ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Show how Shakespeare quickly reveals her ambitious and determined nature. ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Show how the evil nature of her determination is developed. ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Macbeth decides against murdering Duncan. ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Now would be a good time to comment on your feelings, possibly a mixture of anger and admiration , towards the character of the Lady Macbeth you have seen so far .

Note, however, that Lady Macbeth’s conversion to evil is not total. ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Compared to her husband, Lady Macbeth has not thought through the consequences of their actions. ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Further evidence in Act 2 Scene 2 of how Lady Macbeth’s ambition has affected her judgement. ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Look at the fainting incident - Act 2 Scene 3 ,[object Object],[object Object]

Macbeth decides to kill Banquo and Fleance. ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

The banquet scene – Act 3 Scene 4. ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Lady Macbeth does not reappear until Act 5. ,[object Object]

Act 5 Scene 1 – the sleepwalking scene. ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

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Act 5 Scene 5 - Lady Macbeth dies but her influence continues. ,[object Object],[object Object]

The conclusion of the play and of your essay! ,[object Object]

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