Good Flashcards
Macbeth is seen to be loyal to the king compared to the Thane of Cawdor
Had the potential to be great.
Macbeth is referred to as “brave Macbeth, valiant cousin, worthy gentlemen.”
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Lady Macbeth has some level of compassion
“Had he not resembled my father.”
Malcolm is seen as generous in nature
“Hail brave friend” and praises sergeant for saving him
Macbeth initially chooses good over evil
- Leave the witches’ prophecy
- “We will proceed no further.”
King Duncan is overly generous in praise
- “More is thy due.”
- “O worthiest cousin.”
- “Noble cousin.”
Macduff is loyal to the king
Doesn’t attend Macbeth’s coronation.
People refer to Macduff as
“noble, wise, judicious.”
Lady Macduff and her son are murdered
Symbol of courage and innocence.
Banquo tells son to flee when murderers kill him.
“Fly, good Fleance.”