Lenox tells Macbeth that his "young remembrance cannot parallel/ A fellow to it" (II.iii.58-59). ... In fact, even Macbeth himself agrees that " "T was a rough night" (II.iii.57). ... This quality of theirs is further demonstrated through the influence that they hold on Macbeth. ... Had the witches never spoken to Macbeth about his future, he and his wife never would have got into their heads the idea that Macbeth may one day be king, and thus would not have murdered Duncan. ... Close to the characters of the witches is that of Lady Macbeth. ...

• Word Count: 2650
• Approx Pages: 11
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• Grade Level: High School