Macbeth (character) Flashcards
Quote 1
“First as I am his kinsman and his subject”
Quote 2
“I am settled and bend up”
Quote 3
“I have no spur to prick the sides of my intent”
Quote 4
“When you durst do it you were a man”
Quote 5
“O valiant cousin, worthy gentleman”
Quote 6
“I am in blood stepp’d so far that…returning we’re as tedious as go’oer”
Quote 7
“Full of scorpions is my mind”
Quote 8
“Not in the legions of horrid hell can come a devil more damn’d in evils to top Macbeth”
Introduction (first statement)
The play “Macbeth” by William Shakespeare features an interesting character through the portrayal of the eponymous hero, Scottish thane and warrior: Macbeth.
Conclusion
In conclusion, “Macbeth” by William Shakespeare features am interesting character through the portrayal of the protagonist and tragic hero Macbeth, as his manipulatable weak mind causes him to spiral into insanity. Shakespeare uses a host of dramatic techniques such as dramatic irony to paint a stark image of the remorseless killer at the denouement who was once a loved warrior - signalling the dangers of the ever-relevant theme of ambition.
