Section outline

  • Lesson Objectives:

    • To study the first act of the play through close reading 
    • To analyze the first act and discuss 

    Learning Outcome:

    At the end of the lessons, students will be able to -

    • review the play in details 
    • clarify their understanding through discussion
    • develop analytical writing     
    Content:

    Macbeth

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      Macbeth's Character Analysis URL
    • url icon
      Lady Macbeth's Character Analysis URL
    • url icon
      Macbeth Act I (Part 2) Video Lecture URL
      Students must
      Mark as done
    • Students must
      Mark as done

      Act I Discussion Questions:

      1. Is there any indication in Act I Scene 3 that Macbeth has any desire to be the king by any means? How do you know?
      2. In Act 1, Scene 4, describe the contrast between Macbeth's first and last speeches.
      3. Based on Act 1, Scene 5 of Macbeth, describe what Lady Macbeth and the witches have in common.
      4. Why does Macbeth agree to kill Duncan even though he is aware of the 3 reasons for not going against the King? 

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      Quiz on Act I
      Students must
      Mark as done

      Attempt this class quiz on the first Act of Macbeth for your class attendance.