Closely reread Act III, Scene iii, and answer these questions. How many murderers are in this scene?
At what time of day does the scene occur? Where does the action occur?
Do Banquo and Fleance carry a light? How do the murderers manage to get a light? How does the light go out?
How long does the scene last? How quickly does the action unfold?
Characterize the dialogue in this scene. What does the murderers' language suggest about them?
What are Banquo's last words? What do his last words signify?
Does the text show how Fleance escapes?