Macbeth

3. Something handed down by a predecessor; in Macbeth, the consequences of actions shape the characters’ legacies.
5. A prediction about the future, often delivered by a supernatural force; in Macbeth, it drives the plot and character actions.
7. A strong desire to achieve something, often requiring determination and hard work; a central theme in Macbeth.
8. A feeling of responsibility or remorse for a perceived offense; experienced profoundly by Macbeth and Lady Macbeth.
11. Corruption The decline in moral integrity, reflecting the characters' descent into evil throughout the play.
12. The ability to confront fear, pain, or adversity; often tested in the characters of Macbeth and Lady Macbeth.
14. A dramatic composition dealing with a serious theme, typically involving a noble character's downfall.
15. Pertaining to phenomena beyond the laws of nature; the witches in Macbeth embody this concept.

1. The state of having mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about something or someone; seen in Macbeth's internal conflict.
2. The act of deceiving someone; a recurring theme in Macbeth as characters manipulate each other.
4. A serious disagreement or argument, often a central element in literature; in Macbeth, both internal and external conflicts drive the plot.
6. The act of killing a king; a key event in Macbeth that leads to chaos and moral decay.
9. A complete loss of hope; experienced by characters in the aftermath of their actions and decisions.
10. Excessive pride or self-confidence; a tragic flaw that leads to Macbeth's downfall.
13. The development of events beyond a person's control, regarded as predetermined by a supernatural power.