Analyzing Shakespeare's Macbeth: Literary Elements and Themes

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A grade 7 literature worksheet analyzing Shakespeare's Macbeth, focusing on literary elements, themes, symbols, and critical thinking questions.

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Analyzing Shakespeare's Macbeth: Literary Elements and Themes

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Analyzing Shakespeare's Macbeth: Literary Elements and Themes

English | Grade 7
Instructions: Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. For multiple-choice questions, select the option you think is correct. For short-answer questions, write complete sentences that explain your thoughts clearly. You have 30 minutes to complete this worksheet.
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Literary Analysis Questions

Answer the following questions about Macbeth.
1.
Which character in Macbeth is tempted by power and ultimately becomes a tyrant?
[2 marks]
AMacbeth
BBanquo
CKing Duncan
DMalcolm
2.
Describe how the setting of Macbeth (Scotland) influences the mood of the play.
[3 marks]
3.
What is the main theme of Macbeth?
[2 marks]
ALove and friendship
BAmbition and power
CJustice and fairness
DComedy and satire
4.
Identify a symbol in Macbeth and explain its significance.
[3 marks]
5.
From whose point of view is Macbeth primarily told?
[2 marks]
AFirst person
BThird person omniscient
CSecond person
DThird person limited
6.
How does Shakespeare use imagery to build suspense in Macbeth?
[3 marks]
7.
Which literary device is used in the line 'Fair is foul, and foul is fair'?
[2 marks]
AMetaphor
BIrony
CAlliteration
DSimile
8.
Explain the significance of the witches' prophecies in Macbeth.
[3 marks]
9.
What is Macbeth’s tragic flaw, and how does it contribute to his downfall?
[3 marks]
10.
Why do you think Shakespeare wrote Macbeth as a tragedy? What message might he be conveying?
[3 marks]

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Created
4/18/2025
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12/29/2025
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