Mr. Umbrino
Macbeth Essay
16 January 2018
Macbeth Essay (Gender Roles) In the play Macbeth written by Shakespeare, there are many themes that show up throughout the play. One of the most significant roles that takes place in the play is gender roles. Gender plays a big part in the play because first off, women are not seen as powerful figures in their time. Second, all of the men in the play must be very brave and courageous. And most importantly, the men don’t show that they are weak. Gender is the most obvious theme played in Macbeth by all of the characters. One very distinct gender criticism showed in the play is that women are not seen as powerful figures. Back when Lady Macbeth wanted to take the place as king, it