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Caithness says: "Some say he's mad, others that lesser hate him do call it valiant fury; but for certain he cannot buckle his distempered cause within the belt of rule."

Angus says: "Now does he feel his secret murders sticking on his hands. Now minutely revolts upbraid his faith-breach. Those he commands move only in command, nothing in love. Now does he feel his title hang loose about him, like a giant's robe upon a dwarfish thief." (what a great simile!)

Although they are both saying that Macbeth is losing his grip, they are really talking about two opposed things. Caithness is saying that Macbeth is losing the mental ability to make proper decisions, that his problem is internal. Angus is saying that Macbeth cannot command the loyalty of his followers and thus his problem is external. There is evidence of both.

The Doctor gives an example of a follower who is moving in command and nothing in love. He says, "Were I from Dunsinane away and clear, profit again should hardly draw me here." Macbeth confirms it when he says "Bring me no more reports. Let them fly all" and "Then fly false thanes and mingle with the english epicures." His inability to make a proper decision is shown by him commanding that his armour be put on when it is not yet required, and then snarling at a servant "Pull it off, I say."

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How do Caithness and Angus describe Macbeths state of mind?

Macbeth's great soliloquy, "If it were done when it were done, it were best it were done quickly" reveals the conflict in his mind. He states all of the problems he foresees if he commits the murder: such projects once started lead to more murders, by committing a murder he licences others to murder him, his name will be blackened in everyone's opinion, and finally, it's just wrong. On the other side is ambition, something Macbeth considers to be not worth the risk. On his assessment of the situation, Macbeth is against the murder on rational grounds, but his wife will introduce irrational emotional factors (his desire to have her good opinion) which will persuade him otherwise.


What does Macbeth decide to do with the information that angus and ross tell him?

The information they bring (in Act 1 scene 3) is that Macbeth has been made Thane of Cawdor. What Macbeth does with this information is to pass it on to his wife.


What has the author Angus Deming written?

Angus Deming has written: 'Getting to know Algeria' -- subject(s): Description and travel


Macbeth and angus borrowed robes?

"Borrowed robes" is a phrase used by Macbeth in Act I Scene 3 to describe being hailed by someone else's title. Angus has nothing to do with it, although he does use the phrase "giant's robe" in Act V. In both cases, a "robe" is a metaphor for a title.


Who were the important people in 'Macbeth'?

In the Shakespearean play 'Macbeth', the phrase 'important people' referred to those who held important jobs and positions of importance. The most important person therefore was King Duncan I [d. August 14, 1040]. The next most important person was the future King Malcolm III [d. November 13, 1093], who was the heir apparent as the Prince of Cumberland. Just a bit below in importance was the future King Donald III [d. 1099], who as Donalbain was the apparently younger brother to Malcolm. The next most important people were those who served as official or unofficial advisors to their kings: the noblemen and Thanes Angus, Caithness, Lennox, Macduff, Menteith, and Ross; and the noble Siward, Earl of Northumberland and General of the English forces that supported the ultimate overthrow of Macbeth from power. The next most important people were those who defended their king and their country from enemies within and outside the realm: the Captains Banquo and Macbeth. Last in the ranking of importance were the noble wives, such as Lady Macbeth and Lady Macduff.

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Who are menteith caithness and angus from Macbeth?

In Macbeth, Menteith, Caithness, and Angus are thanes - nobleman warriors of Scotland who join forces against Macbeth in the final battle. They are supportive of Malcolm's efforts to overthrow Macbeth's tyrannical rule and restore order to the kingdom. Menteith and Angus are ultimately victorious in battle, contributing to Macbeth's downfall.


Whose side are Lennox and Angus and Menteith and Caithness on?

They were on Macbeth's side because Macbeth was nice enough to drink their penis juice.


Who is angus in the play Macbeth?

Angus is a Scottish nobleman in Shakespeare's play Macbeth. He serves as a messenger and ally to King Duncan and later to Malcolm. Angus is loyal to the rightful king of Scotland and helps to uncover Macbeth's treachery.


How do Caithness and Angus describe Macbeths state of mind?

Macbeth's great soliloquy, "If it were done when it were done, it were best it were done quickly" reveals the conflict in his mind. He states all of the problems he foresees if he commits the murder: such projects once started lead to more murders, by committing a murder he licences others to murder him, his name will be blackened in everyone's opinion, and finally, it's just wrong. On the other side is ambition, something Macbeth considers to be not worth the risk. On his assessment of the situation, Macbeth is against the murder on rational grounds, but his wife will introduce irrational emotional factors (his desire to have her good opinion) which will persuade him otherwise.


Who joins Malcolm and Mac duff to overthrow Macbeth at the end if the play?

Well, just about everyone really: Ross, Lennox, Angus, Caithness, and a lot of Scottish lords. One person is conspicuous by his absence--Malcolm's brother Donalbain.


Who is Macbeth in the play?

angus is one of the kings thanes


Who does angus say they will meet near birnam wood?

In Shakespeare's "Macbeth," Angus mentions that they will meet Macbeth near Birnam Wood. This occurs as the Scottish nobles rally against Macbeth's tyranny, and they plan to use branches from Birnam Wood as camouflage when they advance on his castle. Angus's statement signifies the impending confrontation and foreshadows the fulfillment of the witches' prophecy regarding Birnam Wood.


What does Macbeth decide to do with the information that angus and ross tell him?

The information they bring (in Act 1 scene 3) is that Macbeth has been made Thane of Cawdor. What Macbeth does with this information is to pass it on to his wife.


What is the news that Ross and Angus bring?

That he has not flushed the toilet after using number two...


What has the author Angus Deming written?

Angus Deming has written: 'Getting to know Algeria' -- subject(s): Description and travel


Macbeth and angus borrowed robes?

"Borrowed robes" is a phrase used by Macbeth in Act I Scene 3 to describe being hailed by someone else's title. Angus has nothing to do with it, although he does use the phrase "giant's robe" in Act V. In both cases, a "robe" is a metaphor for a title.


What has the author Christopher Angus written?

Christopher Angus has written: 'Reflections from Canoe Country' -- subject(s): Canoes and canoeing, Description and travel