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Macbeth, Act 3, Scene 1. Macbeth is now king but he doesn’t feel secure and is afraid of Banquo, as is evident in his soliloquy. In a metaphor, Macbeth says that the Witches gave him a “barren sceptre” with their prophecy that he would be king.
How does Lady Macbeth's death affect Macbeth? What convinces Macbeth that he is invincible over Macduff's army? How does the Witches' prophecy about Banquo come true?
These lines from the witches' spell-casting scene contribute to the dark, ominous atmosphere of the play. They underscore the play's themes of witchcraft and the supernatural as forces of chaos and moral disorder.
Realizing the game is up, Macbeth challenges him anyway (“Lay on, Macduff”) and is killed. Ross informs Siward that his son is dead, and Siward takes comfort in the fact that he died with honor.
Witches, 1.1. In this famous quotation from the play, the three witches are gathered around their cauldron as they predict Macbeth's future. This scene immediately imbues the play with a dark and sinister mood, while also showcasing how the supernatural will figure into the rest of the plot.
How does Lady Macbeth's death affect Macbeth? What convinces Macbeth that he is invincible over Macduff's army? How does the Witches' prophecy about Banquo come true?
The quote from Macbeth reflects his internal conflict after hearing the witches' prophecies. His heart pounding and hair standing on end symbolize his fear and anxiety at the thought of...
