macbeth Flashcards
How does Macbeth’s character change throughout the play?
Macbeth transforms from a loyal and brave soldier to an ambitious and ruthless tyrant, consumed by guilt and paranoia as he seeks to secure his power.
What role does ambition play in Macbeth’s downfall?
Macbeth’s unchecked ambition, fuelled by the witches’ prophecy and Lady Macbeth’s encouragement, drives him to murder Duncan, setting him on a destructive path.
How does Macbeth respond to the witches’ prophecies?
Macbeth initially doubts the witches but becomes obsessed with their predictions, interpreting them as a justification for his actions and a sign of his destiny.
What is Macbeth’s tragic flaw?
Macbeth’s tragic flaw is his overwhelming ambition, which blinds him to morality and reason, leading to his eventual downfall and death.
How does guilt affect Macbeth after Duncan’s murder?
Guilt torments Macbeth, manifesting as visions and paranoia. He sees a bloody dagger before killing Duncan and later imagines Banquo’s ghost haunting him.
