Macbeth Flashcards
1
Q
How he is described at the end (by witches)
A
Something wicked
2
Q
Conflict caused by the prophecy
A
If good, why do I yield to that suggestion / Whose horrid image doth unfix my hair / And make my seated heart knock at my ribs / Against the use of nature?
3
Q
Turning point in his relationship with L.M.
A
Be innocent of the knowledge, dearest chuck
4
Q
Arrogance from second prophecy
A
But swords I smile at, weapons laugh to scorn, / Brandished by man that’s of a woman born
5
Q
Realising the impact of everything he has done
A
For Banquo’s issue have I fil’d my mind; / For them, the gracious Duncan have I murdered, / Put rancours in the vessel of my peace / Only for them, and mine eternal jewel / Given to the common enemy of man
