JOURNAL 5--ACT V

ACT V

1. Using Macbeth as an example, define the term “nobility” as seen by the Elizabethan audience, as well as the 11th century Scottish nobles.
   
2. Flawed character or tragic hero? Which would you use to describe Macbeth? Explain. 
   

WEEKEND DISCUSSION MAY 16-18

JOURNAL 4--ACT IV

ACT IV
1. Explain the power (if any) the witches hold over Macbeth At the end of the act, Macbeth’s reputation as the Scottish King has changed. What is his new reputation, how is it different and what caused the changes? 

DAILY BELLRINGER MAY 14-15

DAILY BELLRINGER MAY 12-13

JOURNAL 3--ACT III

ACT III

1. Identify 3 mental battles that characters are waging. Include participants and describe what is happening to them.
   
2. Politically, decide if Macbeth’s plan of action at the end of ACT III is valid. Are they necessary or were there other options open to him? Explain. 
   

DAILY BELLRINGER MAY 7-8

JOURNAL 2--ACT II

ACT II

1. Describe the role of Lady Macbeth in ACT II. Do her actions reflect the roles of women in the 11th century Scotland? Explain.
   
2. Provide your opinion on Macbeth’s character so far. Do you feel his hallucinations represent his deep- rooted guilt over his actions? Or, do the hallucinations represent a truly flawed character? 
   

DAILY BELLRINGER MAY 5-6