Macbeth Analysing Quotes

Question 1

‘Life is but a walking shadow… a tale told by an idiot, full of sound and fury, signifying nothing’ Part 1

Answer 1

‘A walking shadow’ > Metaphor, life is temporary, death is permanent

Question 2

‘Life is but a walking shadow… a tale told by an idiot, full of sound and fury, signifying nothing’ Part 2

Answer 2

‘Signifying nothing’ > shows the attitude of nihilism, life is pointless, it has no meaning

Question 3

‘Life is but a walking shadow… a tale told by an idiot, full of sound and fury, signifying nothing’ Part 3

Answer 3

‘Sound and fury’ > shouting, anger and rage