Macbeth quotation activity on Macbeth and Lady Macbeth

Last updated: 15/11/2023
Contributor: Sarah Ashton
Character quotes: Macbeth and Lady Macbeth
Main Subject
Key stage
Category
Drama: Shakespeare for key stage 3
Resource type
Exam preparation
Revision
Student activity
Worksheet
Author
William Shakespeare
Character
Macbeth
Genre
Tragedy
Time period
Pre-1900
Title
Macbeth

This helpful resource features a selection of quotations from Macbeth by William Shakespeare. The quotations are focused on the key characters of Macbeth and Lady Macbeth. Students match the quotations to statements describing events in the play.

The resource is suitable for students preparing for GCSE English Literature. There is a collection of key quotes on Macbeth and a second sheet exploring key Lady Macbeth quotes.

Students may want to use the resource, once completed, as a support in more detailed character analysis activities or as a key quotations checker for revision purposes.

The resource refers to statements by and about other important characters, such as King Duncan, Malcolm, Macduff and Banquo.

Browse additional GCSE English Literature resources, including those on Macbeth and other GCSE plays

A sample extract from the resource:

Macbeth fights well in the war against Norway and is praised by the King.

“For brave Macbeth, (well he deserves that name”)

Macbeth is told by the witches that he will one day be King. Secretly, he wants it to come true.

“Stars, hide your fires! Let not light see my black and deep desires”

 

 

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