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What does Lady Macbeth mean by 'that witch hath made them drink hath made me bold'?
What does Lady Macbeth mean by 'that witch hath made them drink hath made me bold'?
Why does Lady Macbeth say she can't murder Duncan herself?
Why does Lady Macbeth say she can't murder Duncan herself?
She said he looks like her dad when he was sleeping.
What happened to spook Macbeth while he waited to kill Duncan?
What happened to spook Macbeth while he waited to kill Duncan?
The guards woke up, yelled 'murder!' and went back to sleep.
What does Macbeth then think he hears?
What does Macbeth then think he hears?
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Why do you think he 'hears'?
Why do you think he 'hears'?
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What mistake does Macbeth make?
What mistake does Macbeth make?
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How does Lady Macbeth fix this?
How does Lady Macbeth fix this?
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What evidence from the murder upsets Macbeth the most?
What evidence from the murder upsets Macbeth the most?
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Lady says, 'a little water clears us of this deed, how easy is it then'. Is this true?
Lady says, 'a little water clears us of this deed, how easy is it then'. Is this true?
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How does the statement about water seem to be an understatement?
How does the statement about water seem to be an understatement?
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What line reveals that Macbeth is now regretting what they have done?
What line reveals that Macbeth is now regretting what they have done?
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Study Notes
Lady Macbeth's Boldness
- Lady Macbeth feels emboldened by drinking, indicating a loss of inhibitions and a shift in her character's moral compass.
Personal Conflict
- She refrains from killing Duncan herself because he resembles her sleeping father, showcasing her internal struggle with the act of murder.
Tension Before the Murder
- Macbeth is disturbed while waiting to kill Duncan; the guards briefly wake and shout "murder!” then fall back asleep, heightening the tension of the moment.
Hallucinations of Guilt
- Macbeth believes he hears a voice proclaim, "sleep no more, Macbeth does murder sleep," reflecting his immediate guilt about the act he has committed.
Guilt and Consequences
- The voice heard by Macbeth symbolizes his guilty conscience, suggesting profound psychological torment post-murder.
Mistake Made by Macbeth
- Macbeth neglects to take the bloody daggers from the scene, a critical oversight that could lead to their discovery.
Lady Macbeth's Resourcefulness
- To remedy Macbeth's mistake, Lady Macbeth takes the daggers back to the guards, aiming to frame them for Duncan's murder and clear their own guilt.
Evidence of Guilt
- Macbeth is most disturbed by the sight of blood following the murder, representing an irreversible act of violence that haunts him.
Misconception of Guilt Relief
- Lady Macbeth believes that "a little water clears us of this deed," indicating a misguided belief that physical evidence can erase moral culpability.
Understatement of Guilt
- Her dismissal of the blood's significance contrasts with Macbeth's ongoing remorse, suggesting a deeper psychological burden for him that she underestimates.
Regret and Realization
- Macbeth's line "Wake Duncan with thy knocking. I would thou couldst," conveys his regret and desire to undo the murder, emphasizing his internal conflict and sorrow.
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Test your knowledge of Act 2 Scene 2 from Shakespeare's Macbeth with these flashcards. Explore key quotes and character motivations, particularly focusing on Lady Macbeth's influence and Macbeth's inner turmoil. Perfect for students studying Shakespearean literature.
