Critical Essay - Key Scene - Format Flashcards
How would you format an introduction to a key Scene in Macbeth
In William Shakespeare’s Macbeth, Act 1 Scene 7 is considered a key scene as it highlights the indecision of Macbeth and shows how his partner, Lady Macbeth, is able to alter his decision making by persuading himself into doing things which he had already considered unlawful and wrong. This highlights the key theme of ambition which Lady Macbeth is the driving force of.
How would you format a plot summary.
Macbeth is a tale of tragic ambition, following the once noble warrior of Macbeth. Who’s hunger and lust for power ultimately drives him to his death upon the belief of prophecies. Such belief wrecks his ability to control the way he handles his relationship, friendships as well as the way he rules his country. The reader can then see this nobleman descend into depths of violence and madness costing him and his wife’s life.
How would you format a description of this key scene
Act one Scene seven, is a key scene as we can see the indecisive Macbeth talked into regicide as his wife slyly uses desperate attempts at persuasion to alter his decision making. By the end of the scene Lady Macbeth has persuaded him to follow through on this act of treason. +QUOTES
Why is this important to the plot.
This scene is important to the plot as it drives the narrative of the story and as a result the king is murdered, thus fulfilling the witches prophecies of Macbeth becoming king before arriving to a lonely tyrants death.+QUOTES AND ANALYSIS
Why is this important to the characters
This scene is important to the characters as it alters both Macbeth and Lady Macbeth as a whole. This leads them to achieve their dreams of ambition towards the throne however with the coming cost of their life.+QUOTES AND ANALYSIS
Importance to theme.
This scene is important as it highlights the theme of ambition and treachery, ADD QUOTES AND ANALYSIS
Conclusion to key scene.
This key scene between Macbeth and Lady Macbeth is significant as it leads the reader to a greater understanding of their relationship as a whole as well as showing the reader their lust for power. As a result they both gain such power but ultimately costing them their own lives, the respect they once had and the love they once had for one another.
