Macbeth sample exam question and model answer
A sample exam question on Act 1 Scene 7 of Macbeth, focusing on the presentation of Macbeth in William Shakespeare's play.
This resource includes an annotated version of the scene, focusing on key quotations, which is designed to provide additional support for lower-attaining students or to provide a framework for year 10 students to understand how to approach an exam question on the play by focusing in detail on context (AO3) and Shakespeare's language.
There's also a model answer paragraph for students to read. This will help to develop their understanding of how to structure and write an exam response.
This resource is designed for AQA GCSE English Literature students but easily adapted to suit other exam boards.
Sample exam question from the resource:
Read the following extract from Act 1 Scene 7 of Macbeth and then answer the question that follows.
(At this point in the play, Macbeth is speaking. He has heard the prophesies, has become Thane of Cawdor and now discussed the prophesies with his wife.)
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Starting with this speech, explore how Shakespeare presents Macbeth. Write about:
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