Macbeth - Act 1 Scenes 6 & 7

A complete lesson focusing on Macbeth’s inner turmoil as he struggles with the idea of killing Duncan. The lesson is loosely based on the ‘Ready to Teach’ Macbeth book, adapted with activities/information I have found to work well over the years.

The lesson begins with a retrieval task considering how Lady Macbeth might act in public, then thinks about why Macbeth would not want to kill the king. The lesson moves on to focus on Macbeth’s soliloquy where students are guided by structured questions.

The lesson ends with students answering the ‘big question’. There is also a homework task included (which could be used as an additional in-class activity if time permits) which considers the etymology of the important term ‘regicide’.

There is also a copy of Act 1 scenes 6 & 7 included, as well as an annotated copy of the scenes for teacher reference.

I’d love a review if you found it useful :) Thank you!