Malcolm

Question 1

Malcolm

Answer 1

• Refers to Macbeth as a “weak poor innocent lamb // to appease an angry God” (Act 4 - Violence)
• “That fled the snares of watchful tyranny” (Act 5 - Appearance vs reality/loyalty)
• [Thunder and lightning] (Act 2 - Violence)

Question 2

Refers to Macbeth as a “weak poor innocent lamb // to appease an angry God” (Act 4 - Violence)

Answer 2

• Ambition was typical of a stoic male in this era
• Understands Macbeth’s ambition is salient
• “Lamb” in a biblical context was used for sacrifice - a symbol and triumphant and suffering, alluding to how becoming king has led to Macbeth’s pitiful suffering

Question 3

“That fled the snares of watchful tyranny” (Act 5 - Appearance vs reality/loyalty)

Answer 3

• Even though in no position of power, he prioritised Scotland and condemns the “watchful tyranny” of Macbeth and focuses on the restoration of his beloved country. His patriotism is poignant and is a stark contrast to Macbeth’s machiavellian rule

Question 4

[Thunder and lightning] (Act 2 - Violence)

Answer 4

• Witches introduction with pathetic fallacy
• Atmosphere is volatile,ominous and dangerous from the offset
• Could foreshadow nature’s fury at this coming violence