MACBETH Flashcards
What does Macbeth mean when he says, ‘Out, out brief candle!’?
It symbolizes the fleeting nature of life.
In which act does Macbeth declare, ‘Is this a dagger which I see before me?’
Act 2, Scene 1
True or False: Lady Macbeth famously says, ‘Look like th’ innocent flower, but be the serpent under’t.’
True
Fill in the blank: Macbeth’s ambition ultimately leads to his _____ and destruction.
downfall
What is the significance of the quote, ‘All hail, Macbeth, that shalt be king hereafter!’?
It foreshadows Macbeth’s rise to power.
Who says the line, ‘The witches’ predictions are fair and foul’?
Macbeth
What does Lady Macbeth mean when she says, ‘Out, damned spot!’?
She is expressing her guilt over the murders.
In which act does Macbeth say, ‘I am in blood, stepped in so far that should I wade no more’?
Act 3, Scene 4
Multiple Choice: Who first mentions ‘the Scottish play’?
The witches
What does the quote, ‘Fair is foul, and foul is fair’ suggest about the themes of the play?
It suggests the ambiguity of morality.
True or False: Macbeth says, ‘There’s no art to find the mind’s construction in the face.’
True
What does Macbeth mean by, ‘I have no spur to prick the sides of my intent, but only vaulting ambition’?
He acknowledges that his ambition is the only motivation for his actions.
Fill in the blank: ‘When you durst do it, then you were a _____.’
man
Who speaks the line, ‘Something wicked this way comes’?
The second witch
What is the meaning of the quote, ‘Life’s but a walking shadow’?
It reflects on the emptiness and transience of life.
What does Lady Macbeth mean by, ‘I would, while it was smiling in my face, have pluck’d my nipple from his boneless gums’?
She expresses her ruthless ambition.
In which act does Macbeth state, ‘I am in blood’?
Act 3
What does the quote, ‘The lady doth protest too much, methinks’ imply about Lady Macbeth?
It suggests her guilt and inner turmoil.
True or False: Macbeth believes he is invincible after hearing the witches’ prophecies.
True
What does the line, ‘To be thus is nothing; but to be safely thus’ reveal about Macbeth’s character?
It shows his paranoia and insecurity.
Fill in the blank: ‘Double, double toil and trouble; Fire burn and cauldron _____.’
bubble
Who says, ‘What’s done is done’?
Lady Macbeth
What is the significance of the quote, ‘Beware the Ides of March’ in the context of Macbeth?
It serves as a warning of impending doom.
What does Macbeth mean when he says, ‘I bear a charmed life’?
He believes he is protected by the witches’ prophecies.
In which act does Lady Macbeth famously sleepwalk and say, ‘Out, damned spot!’?
Act 5
