Questions and Answers
What does Banquo begin to suspect?
What do Macbeth and LMB discuss having nightmares about?
The murder of Duncan
Fleance is captured and killed by the murderers hired by Macbeth.
False
What does Macbeth see at the banquet?
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Who is Hecate?
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How is Macbeth referred to by Lennox and other lords?
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Study Notes
Act 3 Overview
- Banquo grows suspicious of Macbeth's role in King Duncan's murder, prompting Macbeth to plot Banquo's assassination.
Scene 1 Insights
- Banquo has doubts about Macbeth's ascent to power, leading to Macbeth's decision to have him killed as a preventive measure.
Scene 2 Dynamics
- Macbeth and Lady Macbeth share their haunting nightmares tied to Duncan's murder, expressing envy toward the peace of the deceased.
- Macbeth feels confident that eliminating Banquo will free him from his guilt and fears.
Scene 3 Developments
- Banquo is slain by hired murderers, but his son, Fleance, manages to escape, leaving Macbeth's plans partially foiled.
Scene 4 Tension
- During a banquet, Macbeth experiences a vision of Banquo's ghost, causing disturbance among the guests.
- Lady Macbeth attempts to rationalize Macbeth's strange behavior, claiming it is an issue from his childhood.
Scene 5 Introduction
- Hecate, the queen of the witches, is introduced, expressing her intent to mislead Macbeth further, indicating a greater manipulation at play.
Scene 6 Reactions
- Macbeth is labeled a tyrant by Lennox and other lords, revealing discontent and the burgeoning opposition against his reign.
- Macduff's departure signifies a shift in loyalty, suggesting rising resistance against Macbeth's rule.
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