Question

Reflect on what you've learned about Macbeth and Lady Macbeth so far based on the excerpts from the play. Using your best writing skills, complete the following responses.

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Choose one adjective to describe Macbeth.
Explain the reason for your choice.
Support your adjective and explanation with evidence from the play.

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Choose one adjective to describe Lady Macbeth.
Explain the reason for your choice.
Support your adjective and explanation with evidence from the play.

Answer 1

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One adjective to describe Macbeth would be ambitious. Macbeth's ambition is evident from the very beginning of the play when he is easily swayed by the witches' prophecies and begins to plot the murder of King Duncan in order to fulfill his own ambitions. This ambition is further highlighted when Macbeth decides to kill Banquo and his son, believing it will secure his power. Macbeth's ambition is a driving force behind his actions throughout the play, leading to his downfall.

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One adjective to describe Lady Macbeth would be manipulative. Lady Macbeth shows her manipulative nature when she persuades Macbeth to kill King Duncan by questioning his manhood and pushing him to take action. She also manipulates Macbeth into committing further murders by playing on his insecurities and ambition. Lady Macbeth's manipulative tactics ultimately lead to her own mental breakdown as she realizes the consequences of her actions. Her manipulation of Macbeth ultimately contributes to the tragic end of both of their lives.