Q: Macbeth Act 5

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What is Siward's main concern about the death of his son, Young Siward, in Act 5, scene 7?

Back

Whether or not his son died facing his enemy and fighting.

Front

What does Lady Macbeth repeatedly try to wash off in Act 5, scene 1?

Back

Spots of blood on her hands.

Front

What does the Gentlewoman report that Lady Macbeth does in her sleep in Act 5, scene 1?

Back

Write a letter.

Front

Who said, '...and I fear thou play'dst most folly for it.'?

Back

Banquo.

Front

Who said, 'Let every soldier hew him down a bough and bear't before him..'?

Back

Malcolm.

Front

What does Lady Macbeth's hand-washing symbolize in Act 5?

Back

Her guilt and inability to escape the consequences of her actions.

Front

What is the significance of Young Siward's death in the context of Act 5?

Back

It highlights the personal losses suffered in the war against Macbeth.

Front

How does Lady Macbeth's sleepwalking reflect her mental state in Act 5?

Back

It reveals her deep-seated guilt and psychological unraveling.

Front

What role does Malcolm play in Act 5?

Back

He leads the forces against Macbeth and seeks to reclaim the throne.

Front

What does the phrase 'hewing down a bough' signify in the play?

Back

It represents the soldiers disguising themselves as trees to approach Macbeth's castle.