Macbeth
Act 1 Scene 3 & 4
Summary Task -
Watch the video clip from Blackadder. This video examines the superstition that surrounds performing this play. Relate what you observe in this clip to the themes of evil and destiny that have been examined so far. There is nothing to submit for this assignmetn but ensure you have a good understanding of these themes and how they relate to the play a a whole.
Keep You Thinking -
Consider these questions while you read throught this scene:
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Before reading through the scene, picture Macbeth in your mind. How do prior events effect your imagining?
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There is obvious foreshadowing in this scene. Consider all of the foreshadowing that has been done so far and predict what will happen in this scene.
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What are the first words that Macbeth speaks? What conclusions can you draw from them?
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What do you notice about Macbeth’s soliloquy in scene iv? What might this tell you about the way he feels about killing Duncan?
Post-reading Activity -
After reading Scene 1, watch the video clip on the right. How does this film's portrayal of the witches reflect the image you reated during your reading?