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Macbeth, one of William Shakespeare’s most renowned tragedies, was written in 1606 during the Jacobean era. This history play of King James’s reign is set in 11th century in Scotland, a time marked by political turmoil and a strong belief of supernatural. The play explores_______________________________ , centering around the tragic hero Macbeth, a noble warrior whose “vaulting ambition” corrupts the great chain of being. Through Macbeth’s fatal journey / the display of (construction), Shakespeare demonstrates _____________ …………… Initially,…… Furthermore,….. Ultimately, Shakespeare condemns that……….
| Motif | Quotes (Include Act and Scene, and who says it. Put them in order so you can see how the motif reflects the development of ideas in the play.) | Analysis of the role of this motif in relation to a theme. (Don’t use the word ‘theme’ in your analysis, or the word ‘quote’). | | --- | --- | --- | | Blood | **** | **** | | supernatural/natural disruption | **** | **** | | Ill-fitting clothing | **** | **** | | visions/hallucinations | **** | **** |