After nearly fifty years of rule, queen elizabeth i had died leaving no direct heirs and the throne was passed to her cousin james. A free resource which makes up part of the full resource called three detailed gcse revision workbooks macbeth, an inspector calls, doctor jekyll these workbooks can be viewed on the whiteboard or printed off as student revision booklets for them to complete at home or in lessons. Test your knowledge of macbeth with our quizzes and study questions, or go further with essays on the context and background and links to the best resources around the web. Banquo what plans does this chief guest have for the afternoon. These colourful, comprehensive, and wellstructured revision cards have been creatively designed for students securing their understanding of william shakespeares tragedy macbeth. Its either because of sats, social media, poor parenting, bad teachers or maybe because theyre precious snowflakes. Macbeth and banquo are returning from battle when they meet the witches. This fantastic edition of shakespeares macbeth contains the full original text of the play, with studentfriendly notes on each page to explain the use of language, characterisation, themes, historical context and more. Example questions act 3 who does macbeth describe as his chief guest. Revision video designed for students studying gcse english literature.
Grade 9 full mark macbeth response starting with this extract from act 1 scene 7, how does shakespeare present the relationship between macbeth and lady macbeth. First witch when should the three of us meet again. Macbeth grade 9 example response miss huttlestones. Each card is visuallyappealing and highlydetailed, covering aspects of each feature including a full summary, cited quotations from the play, definitions.
Gcse william shakespeare context revision in macbeth. Ive started creating a table of both of these so i can relate characters to themes and vice versa i was thinking of adding context as well. Click the word document to the right to download a macbeth revision booklet full of activities. Gcse english gcse english literature langley school. Reread the scenes, paying careful attention to the notes. Gcse english literature macbeth learning resources for adults, children, parents and teachers. Macbeth is confused by this second title, as he has not yet heard of king duncans decision. Indeed, this revision technique could be used when revising other subjects. Lady macbeth is the deuteragonist second most significant character in this drama.
Gcse english literature revision materials for summer 2018 examinations. It covers plot, characters, themes and exam questions. I hope this resource helps it definitely helped my year elevens in covering all areas quickly. Basically, the captain says here that macbeth should have died in battlebut he was stronger than his fate. Macbeth themes in the play ambition motivatesdrives macbeth to commitdo terrible deedsthings it changes him from a zvaliant soldier to a dead butcher who has vaulting ambition ambition is dangerous because it quickly spirals out of. At this point in the play, the scottish army, led by macbeth and banquo are fighting a norwegian invasion and a rebel army led by macdonald. Often, lady macbeth is wrongly accused of inviting macbeth to contemplate regicide. Macbeth playtext, past essays, english book and any other notes you may have.
But notice that the captain calls macbeth damned quarry. Although lady macbeth may be presented as strong and a key catalyst for duncans death at the start of the play, by the end she is weak and overcome by guilt. There will only be one question on macbeth you must answer it. Although lady macbeth may be presented as strong and a key catalyst for duncans death at the start of. Your teacher can also create classes and set homework for any revision topic on the study platform creating the perfect lesson plan. Gcse english shakespeare text guide macbeth book also available. She declares her own guilt and stabs herself with a knife. Lady macbeth is also a direct juxtaposition to the character of lady macduff which is shown when lady macduff talks to her children. No fear shakespeare macbeth by sparknotes 1 original text modern text act 1, scene 1 thunder and lightning. As the authors of numerous macbeth classroom resources over several years, the teachers at beyond have decided to pour all of their shakespearean expertise into producing our very first gcse english macbeth revision guide. Generation gcse gove have more terminal exams than a scholarship boy had olevels in 1956. In the exam, you will be presented with a short extract from the play. She is excited about becoming queen, but fears that macbeth is. Gcse revision guide and practice book for aqa english literature with free app gcse grades 91 study guides by richard durant 7 feb 2019.
If this is true, then macbeth has no one to blame but himself. Download gcse english shakespeare text guide macbeth in pdf and epub formats for free. Below are revision grids that can be downloaded, printed, and should then be populated from memory and revision of lesson notes, revision guides, mindmap resources already provided. Pdf download gcse english shakespeare text guide macbeth. Macbeth read the following extract from act 1 scene 2 and answer the question that follows. What does macbeth say when he finds out about lady macbeths death. Macbeth revision guide aqa english literature beyond. This was y11 english homework the fourth video from the macbeth revision series for edexcel gcse english literature. He has murdered duncan only to let banquos descendants take the throne. Original post by mchambers the question is guaranteed at least almost to be on a theme or a character.
They hail macbeth as thane of glamis his original title and as thane of cawdor. Theme kingship our two main examples of kingship in macbeth are macbeth himself and duncan. Brand new content which includes a critical analysis of each character and theme, as well as a wider reading list, plot summary, contextual information, analysis of biblical allusions, and key vocabulary. A scottish nobleman hostile to macbeths kingship from the start. Ensuring pupils are wellequipped to tackle this great play, the beyond guide provides detailed scene analysis, key quotations, character profiles, exam questions and more. When revising for your literature paper 1 section a exam, the kings english department encourage you to use the revision clock below. Revise for the gcse exam in this helpful quiz and improve your chance of success. What is your opinion about this character or theme.
Macbeth revision guide literature paper 1 section a the revision clock name. Shakespeare in your first question you will be provided with a short extract from macbeth it could be from anywhere in the play. Exam summary and timings knowledge organisers macbeth knowledge organiser really helpful macbethrevisionbooklet with a detailed summary of the play, quotations, analysis and context. He is aware of the evil his ambition gives rise to but he is unable to overcome the temptation. It looks at context in william shakespeares macbeth and is aimed at students in year 10 and year 11. Macduff slays her in revenge for his own wifes murder.
Macbeth revision quiz flashcards in gcse english literature. It also has a range of thoughtprovoking practice questions to test students understanding of each act, plus an introductory section that provides useful background on. Legitimate king represents the rightful order that macbeth disturbs. Macbeth introduces us to the savage and superstitious world of medieval, feudal scotland. Free gcse resource macbeth student revision workbook. Our initial impressions of lady macbeth are that she is, as.
Recap the main events of the play recap the characters and their role in the play look at themes and motifs in the play find important quotes look at exam questions and how to answer them. I created this macbeth lesson to cover all bases in one lesson possibly two depending on the rate of learning. In tabloid headlinese, todays teenagers are too tested, too stressed out and too anxious. Grade 91 gcse english macbeth the complete play cgp books. Which of the following best describes lady macbeths death.
Click the pdf document to the right to download a power and conflict poetry revision booklet full of helpful notes. Macbeth gcse english literature revision cards 20 x a6 double sided. Macbeth a revision guide to get you ultraready for your aqa english literature paper 1 section a exam question. Macbeth may escape fortune this time, but that rebels whore will get him in. Free teaching resources for ks3 english and drama teachers based on shakespeares classic play, macbeth. You should be using this pack and your exercise book to.
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