Macbeth Act 1 scene 1

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What does the quote 'Fair is foul, and foul is fair' mean?

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The good can be bad, and the bad can be good.

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Who was the reigning monarch when 'Macbeth' was first performed?

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James I

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What atmosphere does Shakespeare create in Act 1 Scene 1?

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Shakespeare wants the reader to feel uncomfortable and unsteady; viewers should be wary of the witches and their connection to Macbeth.

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What is the main action in Act 1 Scene 1 of 'Macbeth'?

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The witches talk about the battle and their planned meeting with Macbeth.

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What was the major historical source of 'Macbeth'?

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Holinshed's Chronicles.

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Who are the main characters introduced in Act 1 Scene 1?

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The three witches.

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What literary device is primarily used in the quote 'Fair is foul, and foul is fair'?

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Paradox.

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What role do the witches play in 'Macbeth'?

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They foreshadow events and set a tone of supernatural influence.

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What is the significance of the setting in Act 1 Scene 1?

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It establishes a dark and ominous mood.

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How does Shakespeare use language to create tension in Act 1 Scene 1?

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Through the use of ambiguous and foreboding dialogue.