Macbeth Study Guide – Act II
As a group, complete the following study guide. Remember to read each scene out loud as a group before you answer the questions.
Act 2, scene 1 – Macbeth & Banquo converse
What comes out of the conversation between Macbeth and Banquo? What is Banquo tempted by? What about Macbeth?
Copy down the line that expresses the theme (reality) and discuss with your group how the theme could impact the rest of the play.
What hugely important event happens in between scene 1 and 2?
Act 2, scene 2 – The Aftermath of Murder
What are the 4 symptoms of Macbeth’s guilt?
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Act 2, scene 3 – Comic relief
What’s funny about scene 3? How does the comedy relate to the major themes in the play?
After the humor, what’s revealed in scene 3?
Act 2, Scene 4 – Nature & Murder
What is the connection between nature and murder?