'Macbeth': an analysis of Macbeth as a tragic hero
I can write an extended, evaluative response about ‘Macbeth’.
'Macbeth': an analysis of Macbeth as a tragic hero
I can write an extended, evaluative response about ‘Macbeth’.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- An introduction could move from the general to the specific
- A conclusion will move from the specific to the general
- Topic sentences and discourse markers are useful for organising your ideas clearly
- Paragraph outlines can be a useful tool for planning essays
Keywords
Timeless - A timeless piece of literature remains eternally relevant, unaffected by the passage of time.
Despot - A ruthless despot is a ruler with absolute power who exercises tyranny over others.
Transformative - A transformative experience is capable of bringing about significant and profound change or improvement.
Culmination - The highest or climactic point, marking the end of a process or event, is the culmination.
Archetype - In storytelling, an archetype is a universally recognised and typical example.
Common misconception
A thesis statement is just a rewording of the essay question.
The essay question is useful in formulating a thesis, however try using key question vocabulary and using it to form your own argument.
Equipment
You will need access to a copy of Shakespeare's 'Macbeth' for this lesson. There is also a model answer for this lesson available in the additional materials.
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
- Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2024), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
Lesson video
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Starter quiz
6 Questions
dies in battle with Macduff
dies by implied suicide due to guilt
is killed by murderers employed by Macbeth
survives Macbeth's reign, killing him in the process
is murdered in his sleep by Macbeth
escapes the murderers sent to kill him