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Macbeth Actwise Scenewise

The document outlines the key events of Shakespeare's 'Macbeth', detailing the rise and fall of Macbeth driven by ambition and manipulation. It highlights the witches' prophecies, Macbeth's murder of King Duncan, and the ensuing chaos and guilt that lead to his downfall. Ultimately, Macbeth is defeated by Macduff, who reveals a crucial twist regarding his birth, leading to Malcolm's ascension to the throne.

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Macbeth Actwise Scenewise

The document outlines the key events of Shakespeare's 'Macbeth', detailing the rise and fall of Macbeth driven by ambition and manipulation. It highlights the witches' prophecies, Macbeth's murder of King Duncan, and the ensuing chaos and guilt that lead to his downfall. Ultimately, Macbeth is defeated by Macduff, who reveals a crucial twist regarding his birth, leading to Malcolm's ascension to the throne.

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Act I

Scene 1:
Three witches plan to meet Macbeth after a battle — hinting at coming chaos.

Scene 2:
King Duncan hears of Macbeth’s bravery and decides to reward him with the title of Thane of
Cawdor.

Scene 3:
The witches greet Macbeth with three titles; he begins to dream of kingship as ambition
awakens.

Scene 4:
Duncan announces Malcolm as heir, which Macbeth sees as an obstacle to his rise.

Scene 5:
Lady Macbeth reads Macbeth’s letter and resolves to push him to murder Duncan.

Scene 6:
Duncan arrives at Macbeth’s castle, praising its hospitality — unaware of the plot.
Scene 7:
Macbeth hesitates, but Lady Macbeth manipulates him into agreeing to kill Duncan.

Act II

Scene 1:
Banquo senses danger; Macbeth hallucinates a dagger guiding him to Duncan’s chamber.

Scene 2:
Macbeth murders Duncan and is shaken; Lady Macbeth manages the situation calmly.

Scene 3:
Duncan’s murder is discovered; Macbeth kills the guards, and Duncan’s sons flee.

Scene 4:
The unnatural events mirror the regicide; suspicion begins to rise.
Act III

Scene 1:
Macbeth feels threatened by Banquo and secretly arranges his murder.

Scene 2:
Macbeth hides his plans from Lady Macbeth, determined to secure the throne.

Scene 3:
Banquo is murdered but his son Fleance escapes.

Scene 4:
Banquo’s ghost haunts Macbeth at a banquet, unsettling his mind further.

Scene 5:
Hecate, queen of witches, plans to deceive Macbeth more with illusions.

Scene 6:
Nobles begin to suspect Macbeth; Macduff goes to England to seek help.

Act IV

Scene 1:
The witches show Macbeth misleading prophecies that fuel his false confidence.

Scene 2:
Macbeth orders the slaughter of Macduff’s family, deepening his tyranny.

Scene 3:
In England, Macduff hears of his family’s murder and vows revenge; Malcolm tests and joins
him.
Act V

Scene 1:
Lady Macbeth sleepwalks, burdened by guilt, revealing her crimes.

Scene 2:
Scottish nobles prepare to rebel against Macbeth.

Scene 3:
Macbeth clings to the witches’ prophecies but is visibly disturbed.

Scene 4:
Malcolm’s army uses branches from Birnam Wood for camouflage.

Scene 5:
Lady Macbeth dies; Macbeth learns Birnam Wood is “moving” and begins to fear defeat.

Scene 6:
Malcolm’s army surrounds Macbeth’s castle.

Scene 7:
Macbeth fights bravely but begins to fall.

Scene 8:
Macduff kills Macbeth and reveals he was not “born of woman”; Malcolm is declared king.

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