Blog Topic 2---Characterization in Macbeth

Now that you are mid-way through the Macbeth play, you should have a sense of character traits, perhaps character flaws, that affect main characters in the play. What words would you use to characterize Macbeth? Lady Macbeth? Explain your choices.

Shakespeare

Before we begin our reading of Shakespeare’s Macbeth, let’s reflect upon our prior impressions and knowledge. What do you already know (or think you know) about William Shakespeare? What are your expectations for the Macbeth play?