Theme Review: THEME  The meaning or concept we are left with after reading a particular text. The author’s underlying message about life, relationships, the human condition. No clichés please!! Example: Education opens people’s eyes. When they gain education and are exposed to new experiences, they are likely to rebel against the injustices they see in society. Non-example: The witches predict Macbeth will be king, so he rebels against King Duncan.

Theme 1.Gaining and Maintaining power: Where is the line between ambition and corruption for Macbeth? Consider: Macbeth’s rise to power and the constant battle for titles and the crown Fate versus self-will: Do people control their own destiny? How is this portrayed in the play? Things to consider: The role of the witches and supernatural, power of suggestion, and can Macbeth change the prophecies? 3.Masking true intentions: How are characters duplicitous (two-faced, false) and what are the results? Things to consider: When are characters lying? When are characters betraying others, acting two-faced, putting on a show? 4.Conscience will prevail: One cannot run from the guilt of an evil act. How do the characters’ guilt catch up to them? How do the characters respond to feelings of guilt in different ways? Consider: Macbeth’s hallucinations as a form of his conscience. Lady Macbeth’s madness (Acts IV/V).

Brainstorming/THEME Take out a sheet of lined paper and fold it into FOUR SQUARES. In each section, respond to a different question. WRITE FOR THE ENTIRE TIME. Do NOT skip lines. 1.Gaining and Maintaining power: Where is the line between ambition and corruption for Macbeth? Consider: Macbeth’s rise to power and the constant battle for titles and the crown.

Brainstorming/THEME Take out a sheet of lined paper and fold it into FOUR SQUARES. In each section, respond to the following. Do NOT skip lines. 2. Fate versus self-will: Do people control their own destiny? How is this portrayed in the play? Things to consider: The role of the witches and supernatural, power of suggestion, and can Macbeth change the prophecies?

Brainstorming/THEME Take out a sheet of lined paper and fold it into FOUR SQUARES. In each section, respond to the following. Do NOT skip lines. 3. Masking true intentions: How are characters duplicitous (two-faced, false) and what are the results? Things to consider: When are characters lying? When are characters betraying others, acting two-faced, putting on a show?

Brainstorming/THEME Take out a sheet of lined paper and fold it into FOUR SQUARES. In each section, respond to the following. Do NOT skip lines. 4. Conscience will prevail: One cannot run from the guilt of an evil act. How do the characters’ guilt catch up to them? How do the characters respond to feelings of guilt in different ways? Consider: Macbeth’s hallucinations as a form of his conscience. Lady Macbeth’s madness (Acts IV/V).

Brainstorming/THEME In your groups, discuss the lines that you found that reveal your character. Rate their insightfulness on a scale of Discuss how these quotes relate to one or more of the four themes we discussed today.

Theme Review: THEME  The meaning or concept we are left with after reading a particular text. The author’s underlying message about life, relationships, the human condition. No clichés please!! Example: Education opens people’s eyes. When they gain education and are exposed to new experiences, they are likely to rebel against the injustices they see in society. Non-example: The witches predict Macbeth will be king, so he rebels against King Duncan. Theme Statements MUST follow these guidelines: 2-3 sentences. Complexity in thought (expand your ideas). Must be a general statement that can be applied to anyone. Third person.

Theme Review: THEME  The meaning or concept we are left with after reading a particular text. The author’s underlying message about life, relationships, the human condition. No clichés please!! Theme Statements MUST follow these guidelines: 2-3 sentences. Complexity in thought (expand your ideas). Must be a general statement that can be applied to anyone. Third person. Until a person is ready to reveal their true self and intent, they will not be able to achieve inner-peace. Some people do not realize this fact until it is too late, resulting in dire consequences.

Theme Select your essay topic: Gaining and Maintaining Power Fate vs. Self Will Masking True Intentions Come up with possible examples from the play that contribute to this theme: Until a person is ready to reveal their true self and intent, they will not be able to achieve inner-peace. Some people do not realize this fact until it is too late, resulting in dire consequences. Ideas:

Outline Rewrite your theme statement in the appropriate space. Select the topics for each body paragraph—write topic sentences that tie back to theme. Think of specific examples from the play that exemplify each of these topics. Write a 3-point thesis statement.

Write your introductory paragraph following the guidelines provided: Introduce your topic. Write general information about this topic and its significance. (3 sentences) Deceitfulness can cause a tremendous amount of difficulties in people’s lives. Often, people tell lies in order to protect themselves. Other times, they offer false pretenses for their own selfish gain. Write a statement of theme for this topic that related to the play. (2-3 sentences) However, until a person is ready to reveal their true self and intent, they will not be able to achieve inner-peace. Some people do not realize this fact until it is too late, resulting in dire consequnces. Write your thesis statement—this should have your three points that you are writing about in your body paragraphs. You should also include the title of the play and the author. (1 sentence) William Shakespeare exemplifies this theme in his tragedy, Macbeth, through the intentions of the witches, the duplicitous nature of Lady Macbeth, and Macbeth’s constant struggles throughout the play.

THESIS STATEMENT Your thesis statement should have three prongs that tell your reader what your body paragraphs will discuss: William Shakespeare exemplifies this theme in his tragedy, Macbeth, through the intentions of the witches, the duplicitous nature of Lady Macbeth, and Macbeth’s constant struggles throughout the play.