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Similarities Between Macbeth And Banquo
In William Shakespeare’s Macbeth, there is a clear contrast between the character of Macbeth and Banquo. They both seem to resemble similar character traits. Macbeth’s foil emphasizes the extent of her dark personality and ambition for power. The clearest evidence of each other’s differences is their cautiousness, ambition and loyalty.

Cautiousness is the first clear difference between Macbeth and Banquo. In the beginning, during Macbeth’s tragedy, there is a confrontation Macbeth and Banquo must deal with against three Witches. This Witches promise glory and power. But it is during this scene where both characters react differently to the Witches prophecies. When Macbeth is confronted by the Witches, he begs them to say more: “Stay, you

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