Page 3: Macbeth Quotation Bank - Ambition and Bravery Themes

This page focuses on quotes related to the themes of ambition and bravery in Macbeth.

For the theme of ambition, the page presents four key quotes:

Quote: "why do I yield to that suggestion, Whose horrid image doth unfix my hair" - Macbeth (Act 1, Scene 3)

This quote shows Macbeth's initial reaction to the ambitious thoughts of becoming king, highlighting his internal conflict.

Quote: "The Prince of Cumberland: that is a step On which I must fall down, or else o'erleap" - Macbeth (Act 1, Scene 4)

Macbeth's ambition is clearly revealed as he contemplates the obstacles to his ascension.

Quote: "Art not without ambition, but without The illness should attend it." - Lady Macbeth (Act 1, Scene 5)

Lady Macbeth acknowledges Macbeth's ambition but criticizes his lack of ruthlessness to achieve it.

Quote: "I have no spur To prick the sides of my intent, but only Vaulting ambition, which o'erleaps itself And falls on th'other." - Macbeth (Act 1, Scene 7)

This famous quote directly addresses Macbeth's ambition and its potential consequences.

For the theme of bravery, the page provides eight quotes, including:

Quote: "brave Macbeth - well he deserves that name" - Captain (Act 1, Scene 2)

This quote establishes Macbeth's initial reputation for bravery.

Quote: "A false creation, proceeding from the heat-oppressed brain" - Macbeth (Act 2, Scene 1)

Macbeth's bravery is challenged as he faces supernatural visions.

Quote: "Then live Macduff. What need I fear of thee?" - Macbeth (Act 4, Scene 1)

This quote shows Macbeth's false bravery based on the witches' prophecies.

Quote: "Turn, hell-hound, turn." - Macduff (Act 5, Scene 8)

Macduff's bravery is demonstrated as he confronts Macbeth in the final battle.

Highlight: The page reminds readers that they can use other quotations or references if they can make them relevant to the question. It also suggests that structural elements of the play can be referenced without direct quotation.

Page 1: Macbeth Quotation Bank - Betrayal and Madness/Guilt

This page introduces the Macbeth quotation bank and provides quotes related to the themes of betrayal and madness/guilt.

The quotation bank is designed to help students remember and use relevant quotes in their analysis and essays. It emphasizes that students can also use other quotations or references if they can make them relevant to the question. Additionally, it suggests that structural elements and patterns in the text can be referenced without direct quotation.

For the theme of betrayal, the page presents four key quotes:

Quote: "noble Macbeth" - Duncan (Act 1, Scene 3)

This quote highlights the initial trust placed in Macbeth, setting up the betrayal to come.

Quote: "look like th'innocent flower, But be the serpent under'it." - Lady Macbeth (Act 1, Scene 6)

This quote reveals Lady Macbeth's advice to her husband, encouraging deception and betrayal.

Quote: "He's here in double trust, as I am his kinsman and his subject" - Macbeth (Act 1, Scene 7)

Macbeth acknowledges the depth of his betrayal, recognizing his dual obligation to Duncan.

Quote: "Cancel and tear to pieces that great bond Which keeps me pale." - Macbeth (Act 3, Scene 3)

This quote shows Macbeth's desire to break free from the bonds of loyalty, further emphasizing his betrayal.

For the theme of madness/guilt, the page provides six quotes, including:

Quote: "Art thou but a dagger of the mind" - Macbeth (Act 2, Scene 1)

This quote introduces Macbeth's hallucinations, a sign of his growing madness and guilt.

Quote: "Out, damned spot! (...) What, will these hands ne'er be clean?" - Lady Macbeth (Act 5, Scene 1)

This famous quote demonstrates Lady Macbeth's descent into madness and her overwhelming guilt.

Highlight: The page also references additional quotes for each theme, indicating that there are more examples throughout the play to support these themes.