Study Questions
1. As Act III begins Banquo is reflecting on what has happened to Macbeth. What three events does he state and what does he hope for himself?
2. What reason does Macbeth give the Murderers for wanting Banquo killed? What reason does he give for not doing it himself?
3. Why do you think Macbeth does not tell Lady Macbeth about his plan to murder Banquo and Fleance?
4. When Banquo’s ghost enters the banquet what is Macbeth’s reaction?
5. What does Lady Macbeth say to the guest is the reason for his behavior?
6. Does...
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