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Thanes are like governors, and the title of thane was later turned into Earl (when Malcolm became king, "Thanes, henceforth become Earls"). Glamis (pronounced "glahm-s") is an area/province of Scotland. Macbeth holds the title of Thane of Glamis, making him the governor/local ruler of Glamis.

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In the beginning what is Macbeth's title?

Thane of Glamis, then Thane of Cawdor, and eventually King.


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What does all hail Macbeath hail to the thane of Glamis mean?

"All hail Macbeth, hail to thee, Thane of Glamis" is a line from Shakespeare's play "Macbeth." The witches are addressing Macbeth, informing him that he is currently the Thane of Glamis. The line sets the stage for Macbeth's eventual rise to power and descent into tyranny.


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Was Macbeth Thane of Glamis before he killed King Duncan?

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Does duncan make banquo thane of glamis?

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What two titles does Macbeth have?

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