Macbeth #1: How do we Start?

James I, King of England, Scotland, and Ireland,

Macbeth was written during the reign of James I of England (who was, coincidentally also James VI of Scotland!)  It is a tale of power, greed, murder, treason, and the supernatural.  Even today, Shakespearean actors are wary of uttering the name of the play aloud, fearful of the curse of Macbeth!  Through this series of activities, you will come to understand the intrigue behind one of Shakespeare’s most famous tragedies:  Macbeth.

Before studying Macbeth, decide whether you agree or disagree with each statement.  Copy and paste the following questions into a Word document.  State your reasons why you agree or disagree with the following statements.  

1)     Behind every great man is a great woman (every great man is supported, guided, helped and even pushed by a great woman).

2)     Witches, demons, and evil spirits actually exist.

  

3)     Sometimes it is necessary to do something wrong to get what you want.

 

4)     What goes around comes around.

5)     Human beings are easily tempted by things they want, even if it’s wrong.

6)     If someone feels that the ruler/s of his/her country is destroying the country, that person should try to overthrow the ruler/s.

 7)     There are circumstances or events that justify murdering someone.

 

8)     Success is worth any price you have to pay.

 

9)     Kings are appointed by God, and they rule as His representatives on Earth.

10)Your astrological forecast (your horoscope) is a good indicator of how your day will go.

 11)Traitors should be executed.