Macbeth - Act 3, Scene 2: The Plan Unveiled

TLDRLady Macbeth assures Macbeth that Banquo has left and encourages him to bury his guilt about Duncan. Macbeth reveals his fears about Banquo and hints at his plan to eliminate him. Lady Macbeth urges Macbeth to be kind to Banquo during the banquet. Their relationship has changed, with Macbeth being distant and secretive about his plans.

Key insights

🔍Lady Macbeth assures Macbeth of Banquo's absence and encourages him to focus on his worries about Banquo.

🗡️Macbeth reveals his fears and plans to eliminate Banquo as a threat.

😊Lady Macbeth advises Macbeth to be cheerful and kind to Banquo during the banquet.

💔Macbeth and Lady Macbeth's relationship has changed, with Macbeth being distant and secretive.

🤝Macbeth's secrecy represents a departure from their previous relationship of making plans together.

Q&A

What does Lady Macbeth assure Macbeth about?

Lady Macbeth assures Macbeth that Banquo has left the court.

What worries Macbeth about Banquo?

Macbeth worries about Banquo as a threat to his power.

What does Lady Macbeth advise Macbeth to do during the banquet?

Lady Macbeth advises Macbeth to be cheerful and kind to Banquo.

How has Macbeth and Lady Macbeth's relationship changed?

Macbeth has become distant and secretive with Lady Macbeth.

What represents a departure in Macbeth and Lady Macbeth's relationship?

Macbeth's secrecy and refusal to share his plans represent a departure from their previous relationship of making plans together.

Timestamped Summary

00:00[Music]

00:09Lady Macbeth assures Macbeth that Banquo has left the court.

00:16Macbeth reveals his fears about Banquo and hints at his plan to eliminate him.

00:27Lady Macbeth advises Macbeth to be kind to Banquo during the banquet to lure him into a sense of security.

00:36Macbeth and Lady Macbeth discuss their changing relationship and Macbeth's worries about Banquo.

00:53Macbeth shares that he is more worried about Banquo than Duncan.

01:03Macbeth becomes secretive about his plans, representing a departure from their previous relationship.

01:14Ending