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    Blood is a recurring symbol in the Macbeth play. Representing honor‚ disloyalty‚ and guilt‚ Shakespeare uses blood to describe Macbeth’s desire to destroy his king‚ leading to the eventual downfall of his country. The first mention of blood in Macbeth takes place early in the play. During act 1‚ scene 2‚ Duncan notices the injured soldier and states‚ “What bloody man is that?” This reference symbolizes honor as the soldier is returning from battle. He tells a story of Macbeth’s victory over

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    High in Affection and Ambition Harold Bloom says the Macbeths relationship is the "best marriage in Shakespeare" at the beginning of the play‚ equal in love and ambition. They are famous for their love: Duncan calls Macbeth’s affection "sharp as his spur‚" while Macbeth calls his wife "dearest partner of greatness" and "dearest love." They are equally close in ambition: her first words include "he that’s coming must be provided for‚" and his letter speaks of "what greatness is promised thee." Duncan’s

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    like th’ innocent flower‚ but be the serpent under’t’ This quote is a metaphor for the characters as although they may seem completely normal; but underneath they are filled with sins and weakness. In Macbeth there are many human weaknesses featured‚ for example: lust‚ greed and doubt. Lady Macbeth is shown as a very cruel character with many weaknesses that all lead to her wanting her husband to be King which shows an incredible lust for power. ‘Glamis thou art‚ and Cawdor‚ and shalt be what thou

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    power. Macbeth by William Shakespeare supports this position through its use of conflict and symbol‚ and The Sorcerer’s Apprentice by Walt Disney Studio also validates this interpretation through its own use of climax and symbol. Macbeth by William Shakespeare explains that the quote is correct through its use of conflict and symbol. Conflict is a struggle between two opposing forces. A symbol is something that is used to represent something else. Conflict is the struggle within Macbeth between

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    earth was ’feverish’ and did shake 3. In this scene Lady Macbeth faints at a very convenient timea) Whats happening in the play at that specific time (Refer to dialogue)In the play‚ at this specific time‚ Macduff has just found the king dead‚ also Macbeth has just returned from killing the guard(s).b) Do you believe Lady Macbeth fainted because she was truly overwhelmed‚ or does she merely wish to create a diversion? I believe Lady Macbeth fainted just to create a diversion. 4. a) What reasons

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    it’s good or bad. In the play MacbethMacbeth is supported by his wife‚ Lady Macbeth to kill the king‚ Duncan and grab the royalty for themselves. Lady Macbeth and Macbeth have many similar and different characteristics. This couple ate both egotistical‚ see things from face-value‚ and very power-hungry. While they are both very manipulative‚ Macbeth is easier to manipulate. Lady Macbeth is eventually guilt-ridden‚ while guilt never affects Macbeth. Lady Macbeth is also fine with only killing

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    boy or girl will do anything to get that slice. Power in the tragedy Macbeth by William Shakespeare is like that cake‚ people are hungry for power and will go out of their wits to gain and or maintain it. Power in Macbeth is gained through violence‚ betrayal‚ and of course prophecies. Power is gained through violence because Macbeth murders people so he can have his place in royalty. Betrayal is a way power is gained because Macbeth betrays his closest friend Banquo as well as the King Duncan. And power

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    Macbeth Critical paper Ambition is a very forceful way for one to pursue an achievement or desire. The play of “Macbeth” by William Shakespeare truly conveys the internal and external conflict through his life. Such internal conflict arises by Macbeth killing King Duncan just to be able to hold the throne for himself. Macbeth has such ambitious ways towards being the power of loyalty‚ which his conscience pulls him the wrong way. The urgency behind Macbeths senses seeps through his true character

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    Macbeth In The play‚ “Macbeth‚” Macbeth kills Duncan‚ the King of Scotland with the help of his wife. Witches play a part in the play by foretelling that Macbeth will become king. Macbeth’s friend Banquo will have sons who will become kings. After he kills Banquo‚ Macbeth becomes king and tries to kill everyone who might want to take the throne away from him. The ghost of Banquo‚ whom he kills‚ haunts him at an important banquet. Killing the King was wrong‚ Macbeth’s wife dies and Macbeth is overthrown

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    Windell Blue 10/16/2014 Difference Between Throne Of Blood and Macbeth The film Throne of Blood‚ directed by Kurosawa in 1957‚ is based on Shakespeare’s play Macbeth. The film of Kurosawa is set in Japan‚ while the play Macbeth is set in Scotland. Anyone who has read the story of Macbeth knows the fate of Washizu from the very beginning of the film. The character similar to Macbeth in Throne of Blood is Washizu‚ a bold warrior whose life is changed by a witch in the woods. The witch gives

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