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Banquo warns Macbeth not to trust the witches, stating:

"often times to win us harm, the instruments of darkness tell us truths"

which basically means that they may seem to give reasonable comments, but they do not give them to benefit others, but to benefit themselves.

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What are the first three visions and warnings in Macbeth?

When they first meet Macbeth, they greet him as Thane of Glamis, which he is, Thane of Cawdor, which is about to happen, and King, which will also happen. Later, in Act 4, the witches warn him: 1. to beware of Macduff 2. that no man born of woman shall harm Macbeth 3. Macbeth is safe unless Birnam Wood comes to Dunsinane. Hope that helps!


Why did Macbeth visit the witches?

the witches told Macbeth that he would be king, and he is worried about his role in making the prediction come true.


Why does macduff not attend Macbeths banquet?

In the Shakespearean play, Macbeth [c. 1014-August 15, 1057] held a banquet at Forres Palace after his coronation at Scone. But when it came time for everyone present to be seated, Macbeth wouldn't take his seat. The reason was the pre-empting of the seat by the ghost of Banquo. Banquo was heading back to the Palace for the banquet when he was accosted by three murderers. He made it no further than the nearby park, because his throat was slit. But his ghost made it to the banquet, on time and to unsettle Macbeth, who had hired the killers.


What takes place at fife of Macbeth?

In 'Macbeth,' prior to the war, Macbeth is given prophecies which he considers make him pretty much invincible. However, the prophecies have hidden meaning. For example, he is told that he will have trouble only if Birnam Woods come to him. Macbeth feels its impossible for the woods to come after him. However, the oncoming soldiers take branches from the wood to use as camouflage. He is also told that no man born of woman can kill him. Again, he thinks all men are born of women, so he's invincible. However, right before Macduff cuts off Macbeth's head, he tells him he was basically ripped from his mother's body by Caesarian section.


How does Macbeth change in Act 2 Scene 2?

After the royal murder, Macbeth behaved as though suffering from post-traumatic stress syndrome.Specifically, in Act 2 Scene 2 of the Shakespearean play, Macbeth (c. 1014 - August 15, 1057) stabbed to death King Duncan I (d. August 14, 1040) and his two royal guards. Macbeth came out unhinged from the bloodied crime scene of bloodied corpses. He could not bear to think about what he had done. Neither could he motivate himself to go back to plant the murder weapons on the guards. Nor could he stop hearing the protesting sounds of nature against such heinous acts. Nor could he think about his refusal to honor one of the guard's pleas for God's blessing.

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What does banquo warn Macbeth?

Banquo warns Macbeth not to trust the witches, stating:"often times to win us harm, the instruments of darkness tell us truths"which basically means that they may seem to give reasonable comments, but they do not give them to benefit others, but to benefit themselves.


What does banquo warn about trusting too much in the witches prophecies?

Banquo warns Macbeth that the witches may use truths to lead them to their ultimate downfall, by upsetting the natural order and manipulating their desires. He advises Macbeth to be wary of the witches' prophecies and not to let them cloud his judgment or drive him to commit evil actions.


What are the first three visions and warnings in Macbeth?

When they first meet Macbeth, they greet him as Thane of Glamis, which he is, Thane of Cawdor, which is about to happen, and King, which will also happen. Later, in Act 4, the witches warn him: 1. to beware of Macduff 2. that no man born of woman shall harm Macbeth 3. Macbeth is safe unless Birnam Wood comes to Dunsinane. Hope that helps!


Why did Macbeth visit the witches?

the witches told Macbeth that he would be king, and he is worried about his role in making the prediction come true.


What do the three witches predict will happen to mecbeth?

That he would be king hereafter. That one was clear. That he would be Thane of Glamis? Not really a prediction, since that had happened in the past and Macbeth knew about it. That he would be Thane of Cawdor? Also not really a prediction, since the King had already named him Thane of Cawdor, which the witches knew but Macbeth didn't. The only thing the witches say in Act I that is about the future is that he will become king. Well, what about Act IV then? You might argue that the predictions in Act IV don't really come from the witches but rather from "their masters", whatever that is supposed to mean. But leaving that aside, the first thing said is "Beware Macduff!". Well, that is no prediction, just a warning. The other two things which are said are both predictions: that Macbeth will not be killed by a man of woman born, and that he will not be defeated until Birnam Wood comes to Dunsinane. These two, and the one about becoming king, are the three predictions made to Macbeth.


Why does macduff not attend Macbeths banquet?

In the Shakespearean play, Macbeth [c. 1014-August 15, 1057] held a banquet at Forres Palace after his coronation at Scone. But when it came time for everyone present to be seated, Macbeth wouldn't take his seat. The reason was the pre-empting of the seat by the ghost of Banquo. Banquo was heading back to the Palace for the banquet when he was accosted by three murderers. He made it no further than the nearby park, because his throat was slit. But his ghost made it to the banquet, on time and to unsettle Macbeth, who had hired the killers.


Who can summarize each act from William Shakespeare's Macbeth for me?

I can. I think that answers your question.Act 1: Big Battle, they meet the witches, everyone goes to Macbeth's place, Mrs. Macbeth talks him into it.Act 2: Murder!Act 3: Macbeth is king; Banquo dies but comes to the dinner anyway;Act 4: Around about the cauldron; adieu Lady Macduff; Macduff joins MalcolmAct 5: Lady M sleepwalks; Macbeth defeated at Dunsinane.


What are the witches predictions for Na what are the witches predictions for Macbeth?

Well, isn't that a fascinating question! The witches predict that Macbeth will become the King of Scotland, but also warn him to beware of Macduff. They also tell him that no man born of a woman can harm him, which gives Macbeth a false sense of security. It's important to remember that these predictions play a big role in shaping Macbeth's actions and decisions throughout the play.


What do the witches tell Macbeth?

First set of profits - He will become the thane of Cawdor and the King of Scottland Second set of profits - Macbeth fear Macduff, no child from mothers born shall harm you,


Who tries to warn Macbeth that the witches might be deceiving him?

billy Joey from oz trys to tell him


What takes place at fife of Macbeth?

In 'Macbeth,' prior to the war, Macbeth is given prophecies which he considers make him pretty much invincible. However, the prophecies have hidden meaning. For example, he is told that he will have trouble only if Birnam Woods come to him. Macbeth feels its impossible for the woods to come after him. However, the oncoming soldiers take branches from the wood to use as camouflage. He is also told that no man born of woman can kill him. Again, he thinks all men are born of women, so he's invincible. However, right before Macduff cuts off Macbeth's head, he tells him he was basically ripped from his mother's body by Caesarian section.


How does Macbeth change in Act 2 Scene 2?

After the royal murder, Macbeth behaved as though suffering from post-traumatic stress syndrome.Specifically, in Act 2 Scene 2 of the Shakespearean play, Macbeth (c. 1014 - August 15, 1057) stabbed to death King Duncan I (d. August 14, 1040) and his two royal guards. Macbeth came out unhinged from the bloodied crime scene of bloodied corpses. He could not bear to think about what he had done. Neither could he motivate himself to go back to plant the murder weapons on the guards. Nor could he stop hearing the protesting sounds of nature against such heinous acts. Nor could he think about his refusal to honor one of the guard's pleas for God's blessing.