Macbeth Act 1, Scenes 1-3 | Double Entry Journals

Macbeth Act 1, Scenes 1-3 | Double Entry Journals This resource helps high school students analyze Act 1, Scenes 1-3 of Shakespeare's tragedy Macbeth through double entry journaling. The 2-page printable PDF and editable Word document provide a structured note-taking process for students to summarize plot details and reflect on themes. There are three journal prompts that require textual evidence, facilitating close reading skills. This versatile resource can be used for whole-class analysis, small group discussion, or independent homework. As students complete the double entry journals, they will build skills in literary analysis, critical thinking, text citation, and comprehension of Elizabethan drama. With scaffolded writing frames and open-ended questions, this resource engages students in studying the complex characters and relationships that drive Macbeth's descent into ambition and madness.