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Macbeth murders Duncan in his sleep, but is haunted by visions and sounds of guilt. Lady Macbeth helps him cover up the crime, but doubts his courage and loyalty. Banquo and Fleance are potential threats to Macbeth's ambition.
by William Shakespeare. Buy Study Guide. Macbeth Summary and Analysis of Act 2. Act 2, Scene 1. Banquo, who has come to Inverness with Duncan, wrestles with the witches' prophecy. He must restrain himself the “cursed thoughts” that tempt him in his dreams (II i 8).
Macbeth and Banquo meet in the night and discuss their ambitions and dreams. Macbeth sees a bloody dagger and prepares to kill Duncan, while Banquo fears the witches' prophecy.
Read a brief overview of Macbeth Act II, where Macbeth murders Duncan and faces the consequences. Learn about the symbolism of the storm, the porter, and the blood in this act.
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Macbeth encounters Banquo and his son, and sees a dagger that leads him to Duncan's chamber. He struggles with his conscience and imagines himself as a murderer in this soliloquy.
Learn about the key events and themes of Act 2 of Macbeth, Shakespeare's tragedy about a Scottish king who murders his way to power. Find out how Macbeth and Lady Macbeth deal with the guilt, the prophecy, and the suspicion after killing King Duncan.
