Lady macbeth Flashcards
When Duncan’s murder is discovered what does Lady macbeth do?
She pretends to faint, taking advantage of the way women were viewed at the time
4 Lady macbeth quotes
“Look like the innocent flower but be the serpent underneath it “
“out, dammed spot”
“ A little water clears us of this deed”
“unsex me here”
What does “ Look like the innocent flower, but be the serpent under’t.” mean?
Act 1, Scene 7) - This quote highlights her desire to deceive and manipulate, suggesting that she wants to appear harmless while harboring evil intentions.
What does “out , dammed spot” mean ?
(Act 5, Scene 1) - This quote reveals her growing paranoia and guilt as she struggles to wash away the imagined blood on her hands.
“A little water clears us of this deed.” meaning ?
Act 2, Scene 2) - This quote reveals her initial confidence in washing away the guilt of the murder, but it contrasts with her later descent into madness and guilt.
“unsex me here” meaning ?
The phrase “unsex me here” is a direct manifestation of Lady Macbeth’s ambition and desire for power. She believes that by becoming more masculine, she will be better equipped to manipulate Macbeth and push him towards the murder of Duncan.
Lady macbeth mind is so disturbed she starts to ?
Sleepwalk. - Sleep is the Balm of hurt minds” so the fact that lady macbeth can’t sleep peacefully emphasises her madness
Why couldn’t lady macbeth kill duncan?
He reminded her of her father
How does lady macbeth think women are weak by their maternal instincts?
She would kill her own baby and wants to lose her femininity
