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Lady Macbeth's sleepwalking scene at the beginning of Act 5 sounded the end to the rule of Macbeth [d. August 15, 1057] and his wife as King and Queen of Scotland. Lady Macbeth was her husband's advisor, critic, defender, help and soul mate, inspiration, lover, and spouse. He was bound to become as terminally unhinged as she had become without such a hugely encompassing presence in his life. Just as her presence pushed him toward the murders that gained for them the crowns, so did her absence push him toward destruction, despair, depression, defeat, and death. After the killing of King Duncan I [d. August 14, 1040], Lady Macbeth advised, 'These deeds must not be thought/After these ways: so, it will make us mad' [Act 2 Scene 2 Lines 33-34]. When she saw how blood-splashed her husband was, she likewise advised, 'A little water clears us of this deed' [Line 67]. As much as she might not have thought of the killings, her daily life as Queen must have been a constant reminder of the bloodied path to the throne. In effect, she couldn't stop thinking of what she had done no matter how much she tried. She therefore had no other option than to follow her own advice and go mad. Likewise would she have focused on her other piece of advice regarding blood stains and water. She became obsessed with covering and lessening her guilt by washing it away as if it had never existed. Once again, she couldn't stop thinking of what she had done no matter what. And once again, she had no choice other than to follow her own advice and try to make the blood go away with constant rubbing and make-believe washing. And finally, she was left with Macbeth's observation after the murder. How could either one of them possibly ever get a good night's sleep after the heinous act that they'd committed? And that was exactly how Lady Macbeth ended her life: as a mentally anguished and unhinged perpetrator who dared neither sleep nor wake to the nightmares and reminders of evil.
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How was banquo lines about the last stars recall and earlier statement of macbeths?
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What is ironic about the lines above?
To provide a specific answer about the irony in the lines you mentioned, I would need to know the content of those lines. Irony typically involves a contrast between expectation and reality, so if you share the lines, I can analyze their ironic elements effectively.
Is it true that Playwrights only use dramatic irony to help the actors recite their lines correctly?
yes
How does lines 123-124 show dramatic irony?
In lines 123-124, the character expresses confidence in a plan or situation that the audience knows will ultimately result in failure or a different outcome, creating dramatic irony. The viewers are aware of information that the character is not, heightening the tension and suspense in the scene.
Is nice move a verbal irony?
Yes. When people say nice move they usually mean something along the lines of 'haha you idiot' so they really mean the opposite of what they say which is verbal irony.
What is a verbal irony in lines 59 to 60 in the mosest proposal?
In lines 59-60 of "A Modest Proposal," the verbal irony lies in the speaker's suggestion that a child could be sold as a delicacy to improve economic conditions in Ireland. This proposal is presented with a serious tone, but the absurdity of eating children highlights the satirical nature of the text.
Which words make up figure of speech in last two lines of poem ozymandias?
The figure of speech used in the last two lines of the poem "Ozymandias" is irony and specifically dramatic irony. The speaker reveals that the once mighty king's boastful and prideful inscription has now been reduced to ruins, highlighting the inevitable decay and impermanence of human achievements.
Where is romantic Irony in Sophie's World?
In "Sophie's World" by Jostein Gaarder, romantic irony is present in the character of Sophie's mother, who is revealed to be a part of the book's narrative. This revelation adds a layer of complexity and irony to the story as it blurs the lines between reality and fiction, inviting readers to question the nature of the narrative and their own role as readers.
What is the verbal irony in the Pardoner's tale?
The verbal irony is when the the three rioters swore to protect each other and destroy death, but ended up killing each other."Hold up your hands, like me, and we'll be brothersIn this affair, and each defend the others"(lines 94-95)
What Verbal irony in the pardones tale?
The verbal irony is when the the three rioters swore to protect each other and destroy death, but ended up killing each other."Hold up your hands, like me, and we'll be brothersIn this affair, and each defend the others"(lines 94-95)
Are fallen electric lines an extreme danger after a tornado?
Yes. Even fairly weak tornadoes can bring down power lines. These power lines create a risk of electrocution in the tornado's aftermath.
What is ironic about the following lines spoken by Claudius your words fly up your thoughts remain below Words without thoughts never to heaven go?
Hamlet is presented the perfect opportunity to kill Claudius. However, he can't because he sees the King praying and can't bring himself to do it. The irony here is that Claudius is completely unrepentant and can't be bothered to pray.
