The Witches Flashcards
What archetype do the witches represent in the text?
The archetype of the Supernatural with malevolent and entrancing powers.
This highlights their role in casting deceitful and hypnotic spells.
What literary device is used in the witches’ chant ‘Double double toil and trouble’?
Hypnotic repetition and rhyming couplets.
This enhances the eerie and supernatural atmosphere.
What does the noun ‘fere’ imply in the context of the witches’ actions?
Irreversible damage.
It foreshadows the consequences that Macbeth will face.
How do the witches influence Macbeth’s judgment?
They deceive him due to his hubris about the prophecies.
This manipulation leads to his downfall.
What is foreshadowed by the witches’ interference in Macbeth’s life?
Irreversible damage and his downfall.
This includes the death of King Duncan.
What role does Lady Macbeth play in Macbeth’s actions?
She prompts him to commit regicide.
Her ambition significantly contributes to the tragic events.
What prophecy do the witches inform Macbeth of?
That he will ‘be king hereafter.’
This prophecy spurs Macbeth’s ambition and actions.
True or False: The witches’ prophecies lead to positive outcomes for Macbeth.
False.
The prophecies lead to his downfall and significant tragedy.
Fill in the blank: The witches’ actions are seen as corrupting people against _______.
[Christianity]
This reflects the historical context of King James’s views on witchcraft.
What thematic element do the witches’ prophecies introduce into the narrative?
Corruption and irreversible damage.
This theme is central to Macbeth’s tragic arc.
