DUNCAN: macbeth Flashcards
What does Duncan’s quote ‘What he hath lost, noble Macbeth hath won’ reveal?
Shows Duncan’s generosity and trust in his subjects.
What does Duncan mean by ‘There’s no art to find the mind’s construction in the face’?
Reflects Duncan’s inability to detect betrayal, foreshadowing his downfall.
What does Duncan express in ‘O worthiest cousin! The sin of my ingratitude even now was heavy on me’?
Demonstrates Duncan’s gratitude and affection for Macbeth.
What does ‘Only I have left to say, more is thy due than more than all can pay’ signify?
Shows Duncan’s deep appreciation for loyalty.
What does Duncan mean by ‘This castle hath a pleasant seat; the air nimbly and sweetly recommends itself unto our gentle senses’?
Demonstrates Duncan’s naivety and trust, even when he enters Macbeth’s home.
What does ‘See, see, our honoured hostess!’ indicate about Duncan?
Highlights Duncan’s politeness and warmth toward Lady Macbeth.
What does ‘I have begun to plant thee, and will labour to make thee full of growing’ symbolize?
Symbolizes Duncan’s nurturing and supportive leadership style.
What does ‘The night has been unruly… strange screams of death’ reflect?
Reflects the disruption of nature after Duncan’s murder.
What does ‘His silver skin laced with his golden blood’ symbolize?
Symbolizes Duncan’s divine and noble nature in death.
What does ‘But signs of nobleness, like stars, shall shine on all deservers’ highlight?
Highlights Duncan’s optimism and trust in rewarding loyalty.
