Macbeth 2.3 Historical Reference: "Here's a farmer"

The video explores themes of deceit and moral dilemmas in Shakespeare's time, focusing on a farmer's downfall due to hoarding, a merchant's deceit, and the trial of Father Garnett for equivocation. It draws parallels to the Gunpowder Plot and highlights the theme of equivocation in Macbeth.

In Shakespeare's time, why was the farmer condemned to hell?

• For selling grain at high prices

• For being a businessman

• For committing suicide

• For hoarding grain

What historical event is paralleled by the character of the equivocator?

• The Spanish Armada

• The Gunpowder Plot

• The French Revolution

• The assassination of King James

Who was accused of being complicit in the Gunpowder Plot?

• A Catholic militant

• A Protestant leader

• Father Henry Garnett

• King James

What was the main point of contention in Father Garnett's trial?

• His involvement in the plot

• His religious beliefs

• His use of equivocation

• His relationship with the king

How does Macbeth refer to the witches by the end of the play?

• As loyal allies

• As deceitful enemies

• As equivocating friends

• As truthful friends