Macbeth (2021)

Lesson 18
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ELA

Unit 15

10th Grade

Lesson 18 of 23

Objective


Analyze and interpret the figurative language in this scene. 

Explain how this scene relates to the prophecy.

Readings and Materials


  • Play: Macbeth by William Shakespeare  — Act 5, Scene 2

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Target Task


Writing Prompt

Explain how Shakespeare uses figurative language to convey information about Macbeth’s character in lines 23–25? Explain using evidence from the play.

What does the figurative language in lines 36–37 mean? Explain.

Key Questions


  • In what ways is the prophecy coming true? What is missing? 
  • What does Angus mean by "feel his secret murders sticking on his hands..."?
  • What is the symbolism of flower and weeds? 
  • Who is leading the charge against Macbeth? How does this relate to the prophecy?
  • Where are they meeting? What does this have to do with the prophecy?
  • What is Macbeth doing in lines 14–18?
  • What is Angus referring to in lines 19–20?

Notes


Students should practice diving deeply into Shakespeare’s language. He calls Macbeth a weed; weeds destroy flowers. They must destroy the weed of Macbeth so that the flower of Scotland can flourish.

Next

Explain how this scene reveals Macbeth’s humanity.

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