Shakespeare Today: Macbeth - Act 3 Summary

This video provides a summary of Act 3 of Shakespeare's Macbeth. It begins with Banquo's suspicion of Macbeth's rapid rise to power following the witches' prophecy. Macbeth, fearing the prophecy about Banquo's descendants, plots to kill Banquo and his son Fleance. Although Banquo is murdered, Fleance escapes, leaving Macbeth paranoid and delusional. At a feast, Macbeth hallucinates Banquo's ghost, revealing his guilt and madness. Meanwhile, Macduff grows suspicious of Macbeth and seeks help from Malcolm and King Edward to overthrow him. The video concludes with Macbeth preparing for war.

What concerns Banquo about Macbeth's rise to power?

What plan does Macbeth devise to deal with Banquo and Fleance?

How does Macbeth react to the news of Fleance's escape?

What vision does Macbeth experience during the feast?

What actions does Macduff take in response to his suspicions of Macbeth?