1. A list of what you need to know for your exams
2. A summary on each character
3. Examination of the key question of the play
4. Sample answers:
a. 2014 “Macbeth’s relationships with other characters can be seen primarily as power struggles which prove crucial to the outcome of the play.” Discuss the above statement in relation to at least two of Macbeth’s relationships with other characters. Support your answer with suitable reference to the play, Macbeth.
b. 2014 “Throughout the play, Macbeth, Shakespeare makes effective use of a variety of dramatic techniques that evoke a wide range of responses from the audience.” Discuss this view with reference to at least two dramatic techniques used by Shakespeare in the play. Support your answer with suitable reference to the text.
c. 1987 Discuss the way in which the language of the play, Macbeth, contributes to the creation of the atmosphere of evil and violence that pervades the play. Support your answer by relevant quotation or reference. (you can read this for free)
d. “Appearance versus reality is a major theme in Macbeth”. Discuss this statement with reference to the play. (you can read most of this for free)
e. 1995 “Kingship, with all its potential for good or evil, is a major theme in the play, Macbeth.” Discuss this view, supporting your answer by quotation from or reference to the play. (you can read this for free)
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Short notes:
f. 2013 “The variety of significant insights that we gain into Macbeth’s mind proves critical in shaping our understanding of his complex character.” Discuss this view, supporting your answer with suitable reference to the play, Macbeth.
g. 2009 “Macbeth’s murder of Duncan has horrible consequences both for Macbeth himself and for Scotland.” Write a response to this statement. You should refer to the play in your answer.
h. 2009 “Macbeth has all the ingredients of compelling drama.” Write a response to this statement, commenting on one or more of the ingredients which, in your opinion, make Macbeth a compelling drama.
i. 2007 “The relationship between Macbeth and Lady Macbeth undergoes significant change during the course of the play.” Discuss this statement supporting your answer with the aid of suitable reference to the text.
j. 2013 “Shakespeare makes effective use of disturbing imagery in the play, Macbeth.” Discuss this statement, supporting your answer with suitable reference to the text.
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✓ how to link it all up…
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