Banquo (Alive/Dead)

Banquo (Alive/Dead)

1. Natasha:

   • Banquo gains a hatred for witches. He regrets ever helping Macbeth in his schemes and asking the witches to give him a prohecy. He wishes to turn back time to when he and Macbeth were about to confront the witches, and made sure the prophecy was never given. That prohecy gave Macbeth a purpose in turn led to the downfall of Scotland.
     • Telling of prophecies
       • This is evidence Banquo has to begin suspecting Macbeth.
     • Death of Banquo
       • Banquo knows that Macbeth is not the man he was.
   • Themes/Ideas
     • Regret
     • Hatred
     • Supernatural
     • Death
     • Ambition
   • Similar to the others, but wishes to turn back time. Clear and direct. Excellent use of refernces to the play, this allowed for thought on that scene
   • Clear voice. Excellent use of Iambic Pentameter. Good use of eye contact

2. Thomas:

   • After the ambush, Banquo fears for Fleance. He knows that Macbeth was behind his slaughter. He has known Macbeth for a long time and trusted him. Banquo feels back-stabbed by his friend's actions. Banquo had suspicions on Macbeth and regrets not telling Duncan about his encounter with the witches.
     • Death of Duncan
       • This starts Banquo's suspicions on Macbeth.
   • Themes/Ideas
     • Regret
     • Fear
     • Betrayal
     • Death
     • Evil
     • Supernatural
   • Clearly delivered ideas and themes. Events spoken about were in order and were accurate. Sometimes used references to effectively deliver the play.
   • Excellent eye contact. Made excellent use of emphasis and hand gestures. Could use some pauses to build suspense.

3. Alex:

   • Banquo believed that Macbeth was a loyal friend and never thought that Macbeth would murder him. Banquo thinks himself foolish for not suspecting Macbeth and not telling Duncan about their little encounter with the witches. He despises Macbeth for what he has done to Scotland and it's people.
     • Telling of prophecies
       • Banquo develops hatred for the witches as he believes that they caused the downfall of Macbeth.
   • Clearly delivered ideas and themes. Events spoken about were in order and were accurate. Used references to effectively deliver the play.
   • Themes/Ideas
     • Betrayal
     • Loyalty
     • Death
     • Corruption
   • Clearly delivered. Spoken well. Good use of eye contact and hand gestures. Critical words well emphasised to stress situation