... Holinshed's adaptations of the events. In both, the witches' words lead Macbeth to believe things that do not come true, such as the invulnerability of both his body and his kingdom, and his faith in them are what lead to his downfall. The inclusion of these elements allows Shakespeare to show witchcraft and other Celtic traditions as evil, and that belief ... ...

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• Grade Level: High School

... as much as Macbeth wants to know, as he asks to hear more), "Tell me, if your art Can tell me so much, shall Banquo's issue ever Reign in this Kingdom? [Witches] Seek to know no more." (Act 4 Scene 1 Page 66) it is hard to say that the witches are responsible for Macbeth's later actions. Like the witches, Lady Macbeth plays ... ...

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• Grade Level: High School