![]() ![]() A captain reports having seen Macbeth and Banquo fight bravely against the rebels and, in particular, Macbeth killed the traitorous MacDonwald. The king has also been pitted against an army from Norway, allied with the Thane of Cawdor. ![]() Scene II then pans over to a recent battle between King Duncan of Scotland and a group of invaders, led by a rebel named MacDonwald. This is an idea that will be echoed time and time again in the play. One of the witches also utters a key phrase in this scene stating, "fair is foul and foul is fair." Basically, this idea means that good is bad and bad is good or, in other words, that nothing is exactly as it seems or as it should be. The witches, supernatural and powerful, are dangerous just as the raging storm is. Weather in Shakespeare plays is often notable, and this is certainly the case here. The sisters gather round and make plans to confront Macbeth while a storm rages in the background. She takes control.Scene I of Act I of Macbeth begins with three witches or, as they are referred to in the play on some occasions, the three weird sisters. Character Descriptions Lady Macbeth Notice how cruel she is. She knows this will be an ideal opportunity to carry out her plan and wants her femininity to be replaced with evil. A messenger arrives with the news that Duncan is on his way to Inverness. However, she also believes that Macbeth is not capable of the direct action required – the murder of Duncan – and decides she must spur him on. She expresses her determination that the third prophecy will also come true. Īct 1 Scene 5 Summary Lady Macbeth is reading a letter her husband has sent telling her about the prophecies and their partial fulfillment. Important Lines There’s no art To find the mind’s construction in the face. Duncan Not a good judge of character – trusted Thane of Cawdor who was a traitor. Character Descriptions Macbeth Notice his ambition 0 he is upset that he is not heir to the throne. Macbeth leaves immediately of the castle but he is upset that Malcolm has been named heir. As an honour to Macbeth, Duncan invites himself and the court to Macbeth’s castle. Duncan then names his son Malcom as the heir to the throne (Prince of Cumberland). He promises to reward them with more honours. Macbeth and Banquo enter and are thanked by Duncan for their loyalty and service. Banquo Loyal to the king Not influenced by predictions Important Lines So foul and fair a day have not seen Paradox Present fears are less than horrible imaginings Īct 1 Scene 4 Summary Malcolm is describing the execution of the thane of Cawdor. Character Descriptions Macbeth His ambition begin to work at him. Theme of Darkness Witches 0 goes back to scene 1. This symbolism is associated with the main theme of the play which is gradual ruin of a man through his yielding to evil. Themes or Symbolism Symbolism of Fear Notice how Macbeth gets afraid when the witches mention he will be King. Banquo recognizes evil as such but Macbeth is now encouragement to put further trust in them. Scarcely have the predictions been made than Ross and Angus arrive to tell Macbeth that he has been made Thane of Cawdor. They give 3 predictions to Macbeth and one to Banquo. Īct 1 Scene 3 Summary The witches appear again. Important Lines And with his former title greet Macbeth. Nave navel Chaps jaws Character Descriptions Duncan Seems to be in control Macbeth Even though we don’t meet him, we learn about him. Bellona’s bridegroom Bellona was a goddess of war and sister of mars. Notes or Definitions Thane a title of nobility in Scotland corresponding to that of an earl. Duncan orders the Thane of Cawdor to be killed and give Macbeth the title. ![]() However, the battle continues as the Norwegian lord began a new assault. A soldier comes to Duncan to tell him that Macbeth has killed the rebel Macdonwald. Themes Supernatural Witches Definitions Anon – immediately Character Descriptions Witches Are they actual supernatural beings? Important Lines Fair is foul, foul is fair Antithesis Setting Īct 1 Scene 2 Summary Duncan is introduced. They inform the reader that they are going to meet with Macbeth. Act 1 Scene 1 Summary The three witches are introduced. ![]()
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