Macbeth Questions Act Two, scenes 2: Scene two begins with Lady Macbeth.

Scene two begins with Lady Macbeth. In these speeches she admits to having consumed alcohol in order to be able to fulfill her role in the murder.

– What does this suggest about her strength of character?
– Explore how Shakespeare builds tension throughout the scene.
– What does Macbeth mean when he says that he has murdered sleep?
– What is the importance of Lady Macbeth’s comment:
These deeds must not be thought
After these ways; so, it will make us mad. ?
– When Lady Macbeth realizes that Macbeth has failed to remove the daggers from the scene she appears strong and angry.
– How does she respond to Macbeth’s weakness?
– How is water used as an image in this scene?
– How would you describe Macbeth’s feelings at the end of the scene?