1. MacbethMacbeth by William Shakespeare

2. Topics Deception/betrayal Manliness Guilt Ambition Corruption

3. THEME Topic + Insight "Shakespeare's play Macbeth shows that... " (what is the lesson about one of the previous topics)

4. Assignment You will write an analysis essay explaining one of the themes in Macbeth. 700-1000 words, typed, double-spaced Prove to me from the play that what you have chosen is indeed one of the themes. First Draft: Nov. 24th Final: Dec. 5th

5. Setting Scotland 11th century Macbeth was an historical figure, but much of the play is fiction Scotland has just defeated the Norwegians who were helped by a traitor.

6. Characters Duncan - king of Scotland Macbeth & Lady Macbeth Banquo 3 witches

7. Motifs/Symbols blood sleep light vs. dark robes