We discussed and reviewed Matthew's study guide homework on Act IV ,scene (1). After examining the text, Matthew discussed the three apparitions conjured by the witches and their warnings to Macbeth. We discussed how the dark stormy setting creates a tone of danger and warning. Yet, Macbeth, oblivious to the evil , misinterprets the warnings as assurances of a long tenure as king.We accordingly reviewed the term"hamartia" as a tragic flaw coupled with misinterpretation as an apt term describing the Macbeth's character. Matthew supplemented his notes by identifying the apparitions as well as each apparition's warning to Macbeth. We further discussed Macbeth's bloodthirsty decision to murder McDuff's wife and children even though the prophesies only warned Macbeth to "Beware McDuff". We discussed why this action highlights Macbeth's moral deterioration by illustrating his willingness to murder innocent people without cause. HW- read scene 2,quiz on Act III