Act 4 Scene 1 Flashcards

1
Q

“Something wicked this way comes”

A

The Witches no longer call him ‘brave’ and ‘noble’ Macbeth.

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2
Q

“you secret, black, and midnight hags!”

A

Macbeth is being rude to the Witches, as he believes he has control.

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3
Q

“I conjure you”

“answer me.”

A

Imperatives - Macbeth believes he has control over the Witches, but he does not.

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4
Q

SD:

“Thunder.”

A

Pathetic fallacy - creates supernatural mood and atmosphere.

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5
Q

“beware Macduff.”

A

Foreshadowing Macbeth’s ultimate death.

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6
Q

“for none of woman born shall harm Macbeth.”

A

Macduff was born from C-section.

Everyone is born from a woman - Macbeth thinks he is safe.

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