The Tragedy of Macbeth, Act V
When Macbeth says, "Out, out, brief candle!" to what does the word candle refer?
life
In what way does Macbeth revert to his former self?
He fights with courage and skill.
How is the doctor portrayed in Act V?
He is a compassionate person who refuses to condemn Lady Macbeth.
What was Macbeth's reaction when he learns of Lady Macbeth's death?
He is bitter because he concludes that life has no purpose or meaning.
What does Shakespeare achieve by having Macbeth display certain admirable traits at the end of, Act V?
He reinforces the idea that Macbeth is a victim of his tragic flaw.
Why does the doctor say of Lady Macbeth, "More needs she the divine than the physician"?
He thinks that Lady Macbeth is troubled by her conscience, not her physical health.
How does Macbeth's courage in battle highlight his role as a tragic character?
It inspires awe and pity as we witness his ability to fight even when his life is in ruins.
How does Lady Macbeth die?
Guilt drives her to madness and suicide.
dramatic irony
when a reader is aware of something that a character isn't
What causes Macbeth to realize that he has been misled by the prophecies?
1. The revelation of how Macduff was born. 2. The news that soldiers carrying boughs from Birnam Wood are approaching.
Pristine landscape
An area is covered with an untouched expanse of clean, crisp snow.
What best describes the military situation as Malcolm's followers gather for the final confrontation?
Macbeth's soldiers are deserting him in large numbers.
Who lead the army that is marching on Macbeth's castle?
Malcolm and Macduff
turb
confusion and turmoil
What does Lady Macbeth do when she is sleepwalking?
She believes she sees blood on her hands and tries to wash it away.
antidote
a remedy that stops or controls the effects of a poison
agitation
a state of anxiety or nervous excitement
compound adjective
an adjective made up of two or more words and is hyphenated (SELF-CENTERED boy)
turbid
stirred up; upset