Shakespeare Coursework Group Presentations on ‘Macbeth’
Question:
In your scene, how does Shakespeare present Lady Macbeth’s character in order to show the changing relationship between her and Macbeth?
Make sure you:
- Discuss your analysis of the kind of language Lady Macbeth is given to use by Shakespeare.
- Discuss the effects this is likely to have on both Shakespeare’s and a modern audience.
- Link your chosen scene to other scenes and explain how Lady M’s character and her relationship with her husband changes
- Discuss how Shakespeare’s play reflects key aspects the social context of his time.
Scene allocated to your group:
How to prepare for your group presentation:
1. Make notes on your allocated scene using the 4 bullet points above to guide you: what kind of language does Lady Macbeth use in your scene? What does it make the audience think? How is it similar/different to the language she uses in the other key scenes (Act 1 scene 5, Act 1 scene 7, Act 2 scene 2, Act 3 scene 2, Act 5 scene 1)? How does the relationship change and how does it reflect social context?
2. Divide the group’s notes into 5/6 sections so you all have something to present.
3. Write a brief introduction (telling us what the main points you will discuss are) and conclusion (why you think Shakespeare portrayed Lady Macbeth and Macbeth in this...
