Macbeth Questions Act Four, scene 2: This scene contains the murder of Lady Macduff and her children.

Scene Two

This scene contains the murder of Lady Macduff and her children.

3)  Why do you think Shakespeare includes a scene showing the relationship between Lady Macduff and her son?

4)  This is the first murder to be committed on stage. What effect does this have on the audience?

5)  Why do you think Shakespeare deems it necessary to create this effect at this particular point in the play?