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This is the reference to a bird in Macbeth, Act 1, Scene 5:
"The raven himself is hoarse
That croaks the fatal entrance of Duncan
Under my battlements."
Ravens have many symbolic meanings, both positive and negative, but in this case it seems clear that she is using a raven as a symbol or harbinger of death.
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What plan does Macbeths not reveal to lady Macbeths?
Macbeth does not reveal his plan to kill Banquo and Fleance (Banquo's son) to Lady Macbeth.
What does lady Macbeth compare macbeths face to?
a book
Why do lady macbeths comments work on Macbeth?
what the hell ? ?
Who is the one who points out the inappropriateness of lady macbeths initial response?
Banquo
What does lady Macbeth often question about macbeths character?
She questions his manhood. See especially in Act 1 Scene 7. It is a sore spot with Macbeth and she knows it. "If thou durst do it, then thou wert a man"
How do Lady Macbeths comments about birds in Scene 5 and Banquos comment about birds in Scene 6 reveal each characters thoughts?
Lady Macbeth's comments about the owl screaming signifies to her the unholiness of their actions, as owls were seen as symbols of death and darkness. Banquo's comments about the rooster crowing at the right moment symbolize his suspicion of Macbeth's intentions, as he senses that something is amiss and that Macbeth may have achieved his ambition through foul means.
What plan does Macbeths not reveal to lady Macbeths?
Macbeth does not reveal his plan to kill Banquo and Fleance (Banquo's son) to Lady Macbeth.
What does the sleepwalking scene reveal about lady macbeths state of mind equals?
Her Sleepwalking in Act V Scene I shows she is having inner turmoil and is restless, scared of what is found in the dark hence even in her sleep, she brings a candle.
What does lady Macbeth compare macbeths face to?
a book
Why do lady macbeths comments work on Macbeth?
what the hell ? ?
The imaginary spot on lady macbeths represents duncans?
blood.
Who is the one who points out the inappropriateness of lady macbeths initial response?
Banquo
What was lady Macbeth reactions to macbeths confession that he had killed the grooms?
She fainted
What does lady Macbeth often question about macbeths character?
She questions his manhood. See especially in Act 1 Scene 7. It is a sore spot with Macbeth and she knows it. "If thou durst do it, then thou wert a man"
Does Macbeth creep into lady macbeths bedroom?
In Act 1, Scene 5 of Shakespeare's play "Macbeth," Macbeth does not creep into Lady Macbeth's bedroom. Instead, Lady Macbeth receives Macbeth's letter informing her of the witches' prophecies. Their encounter in the play takes place in other locations within their castle.
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
How has king shown his affections for Macbeth and Lady Macbeth?
Duncan shows his affection for the Macbeths by giving them gifts. In particular he gives Lady M a jewel.
