Who do you relate to?

In regards to characters

Out of the main casting list, who do you feel is the most compelling character?  Why?  Take into consideration how the character is portrayed through other character's observations or descriptions, how the character speaks and acts, and [if possible] cite two quotes that support your argument.

Shakespeare's original folio [group of published plays]

A useful character map of Macbeth

Insults by Shakespeare - April Gudenrath

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Watch and discuss how Shakespeare uses dark humor in Macbeth

Example Lesson Plans

Macbeth Tabloid - a great link to BBC's 60 Second Shakespeare lesson

Macbeth Tango - to get the students out of their seats!

General Shakespeare Introduction - an introduction to Shakespeare's works, including a handout

Sound Effects -Have students explore the use of sound effects in Macbeth

Anticipation Guide - Open-ended questions for classroom discussion