Theme Of Kingship Flashcards
1
Q
The service and loyalty I owe, in doing it pays itself
A
The loyalty of Macbeth wishes to show the king ( ironic as he’s soon disloyal)
Dramatic irony
Loyalty respected by king James 1 as he believed kings were appointed by god
Divine right of kings
2
Q
Whose hearts are absent to
A
This emphasises Macbeth callous leadership
The audience is not given much insight into other people’s opinions of Macbeths leadership
This shows how unsuccessful he has been at maintaining order and trust in people. His country which is representive of his callous behaviour
3
Q
O valiant cousin! Worthy gentleman!
A
Duncan to Macbeth
Praises Macbeth
Trusts Macbeth completely
Learned the lesson from the old thane of Cawdor