... kills the King of Scotland, Banquo fearful of his own 'cursed thoughts' observes that: "There's husbandry in heaven; Their candles are all out." (Act II, Scene I) The darkness itself, which is ironically equated with Heaven, but seemingly appropriate for the acts of Hell, provides the natural cover for ... 'borrowed robes' and has its central emphasis in Macduff's ironic words "Lest our old robes sit easier than our new" (Act II, Scene IV), referring to MACBETH's new title as King of Scotland, thus MACBETH's ambition achieved. MACBETH now has the ultimate power he once craved. MACBETH no...

• Word Count: 12917
• Approx Pages: 52
• Grade Level: High School

... seems everybody has good things to say about him. Duncan is particularly proud of him, and gives him the title of Thane of Cawdor, after the old thane was disloyal- he calls Macbeth "my worthy Cawdor" (Act 1 Scene 4 line 48). However, the audiences very first impression of Macbeth will be a wary one, as ... unnatural, Even like the deed that's done. On Tuesday last, A falcon towering in her pride of place Was by a mousing owl hawked at, and killed." (Act 2 Scene 4 Lines 10-13) This shows nature reflecting what has happened with Macbeth king and Macbeth, and also shows that nature has been...

• Word Count: 2772
• Approx Pages: 11
• Grade Level: High School

... the beginning of the play Macbeth showed his love for Lady Macbeth in many different ways. He told her his feelings toward her "My dearest love" (act I, scene v, l 58). Macbeth listens to what Lady Macbeth has to say, and takes her advice into consideration every time he makes a decision. He ... reactions to Banquo's ghost and the "tomorrow and tomorrow" speech. Scotland makes accusations through Banquo's soliloquy and the nobles speaking of Macbeth in act five proving their beliefs of murder. The entire country believes he is covered in blood yet the reader is the only one who understa...

• Word Count: 2620
• Approx Pages: 10
• Grade Level: High School

... says "What he hath lost, Macbeth hath won." That we learn about how Macbeth is so courageous and fearless at war that he has earned his title as Thane of Cawdor, which completely changes the picture in our minds of Macbeth. Now Macbeth seems to be some sort of heroic figure, and all ... as that kind of person. Lady Macbeth appears to be almost embarrassed that her conscience has overcome her and her mind wasn't strong enough to commit this act. Although she was feeling like this, Lady Macbeth quickly recovers and once again, appears to be the one with all the power in the relationship. Ho...

• Word Count: 2904
• Approx Pages: 12
• Grade Level: High School