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How might this have affected the audience view of Macbeth's murder of king Duncan?
Shakespeare's portrayal of the murder of King Duncan in Macbeth would have likely shocked and unsettled the audience due to the brutal and treacherous nature of the act. The audience may have felt a mix of Horror, pity, and perhaps even some understanding towards Macbeth's motivations. This pivotal scene would have created a sense of tension and moral ambiguity, challenging the audience to reflect on the consequences of ambition and power.
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What are macbeths arguments to himself against duncan?
Duncan is his cousin. Duncan is his king. Duncan is his guest. If he murders Duncan, he invites others to murder him. Many people like Duncan for being a nice guy and will be angry when he is killed.
What do lady macbeths actions in the sleepwalking scene suggest about her state of mind?
Guilt over Duncan's murder, and paranoia over the repercussions of her actions
What is the purpose and effect of Duncan's and banquos comments when they approach macbeths castle?
Duncan and Banquo's comments as they approach Macbeth's castle serve to build suspense and set the scene for the audience. They praise the castle's peaceful and welcoming atmosphere, which contrasts with the dark deeds that are about to take place within. This creates dramatic irony as the audience knows more about the betrayal and murder that will unfold in the seemingly serene setting.
Why is Lady Macbeth anxious to have Duncan at Dunsinane?
Lady Macbeth isn't anxious to have Duncan at Dunsinane. Dunsinane is the palatial residence where the Macbeths live after they are crowned King and Queen of the Scots. King Duncan is killed at the previous residence of the Macbeths, at Inverness. And the murder of the King is exactly why the Lady seeks, and then delights in, his presence in her home [Act 2 Scenes 5-7].
What was lady Macbeths condition before her death?
Lady Macbeth was suffering from extreme guilt of the act of murder against Duncan. She was confessing to the crime in her sleep. The guilt was eating away at her until she committed suicide.
What do Macbeths conflicting emotions about the murder of duncan suggest about its character?
He is complex, with both good and bad qualities.
Why did Macbeth kill the chamberlins?
The Macbeths' plan was to blame Duncan's bodyguards for the murder of Duncan. To this end Lady M. smeared their faces with blood and they stole the bodyguards' daggers to commit the murder. But Macbeth was worried that when they woke up and denied having anything to do with the murder (They could reasonably point out that they had been too drunk to do anything) people might believe them. Therefore he made sure they had no chance to deny the murder.
Who told Macbeth of lady macbeths murder?
someone in the castle. if i recall well, a messenger/servant.
What happened to Duncan groom?
They were killed by Macbeth because he blamed them for Duncan's murder.
What does Macbeths vision of the hanging dagger reveal about his state of mind?
Foreshadows the death of Macbeth and helps him see his guilt when he sees the blood of Duncan on his hands. Foreshadows the death of Macbeth and helps him see his guilt when he sees the blood of Duncan on his hands.
How does lady Macbeth influence macbeths decisiom to murder duncan?
I think so...but i have to write an essay on it! Argggg!! i wish i could just copy and paste something! on a tecnicality yes she was because she was the one to convince Macbeth to kill duncan but Macbeth is also to blame for agreeing to do it hope i helped :)
When was Murder of George Duncan born?
Murder of George Duncan was born on 1930-07-20.
