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What does it take to be a good role model? A good role model is an individual who not only has the ability to shape the actions and perceptions of another but who also possesses moral values and a sense of rectitude. William Shakespeare’s Macbeth evolves around a Scottish nobleman who's ambition drives him towards the edge of sanity as he ruthlessly annihilates anyone who becomes a hindrance to his crown. His rise to power is short-lived, however, as he is eventually overthrown, leading to his…

This masterpiece written by Shakespeare was first performed in 1605, (1605 being the same year as the Gunpowder Plot, having a vast link to Macbeth). Shakespeare's main intention behind writing this play was to exemplify the brutal consequences of attempting to overthrow the monarchy. The theme of guilt and conscience is firmly elaborated within the play, seen greatly through the characters of Macbeth and Lady Macbeth along with the good use of technical devices and evocative imagery. As a…

Betrayal--it is something that quite a number of people dread, on account of its gravity and ability to truly hurt and shake someone to his or her core. A traitor can come in many shapes and sizes, from all walks of life; according to Shakespeare, however, those who are closest to an individual are also those who are most likely to break faith with the aforementioned individual. This is reflected in his quote, “There’s daggers in men’s smiles; the near in blood, the nearer bloody.” In context,…

The character Macbeth in the play, Macbeth by Shakespeare, faces a rise to power through betrayal. His wife, Lady Macbeth, is seen to be a very predomiant and influential figure throughout the play. As Macbeth is eventually persuaded by his wife to gain more power through murder. Resulting in a drastic change in not only Macbeth but Lady Macbeth as well. The playwright Shakespeare showcases the overarching theme of guilt through character development in Lady Macbeth. Notably, Lady Macbeth’s…

Power is something that we all want, it is what gives us control of our lives, but the outcome of it, is what affects our values and morals. For instance, in the play The Tragedy of Macbeth, Lady Macbeth wanted to have power and pushed Macbeth to murder Duncan so he could become king. As time passed his lust for power grew and turned him into a murderer. Lady Macbeth, in The Tragedy of Macbeth, was eager to convince Macbeth to kill king Duncan, eager so that her husband could become King of…

There are multiple kinds of struggles, both internal and external struggles are important for shaping a character in a novel. Shakespeare’s play MacBeth includes a thane, who, after meeting three mysterious people, wrestles with himself mentally over the thought of taking power. He fights with his wife, with his friends, and with himself. MacBeth’s internal and external struggles are contrasted with Lady MacBeth’s struggles to portray themes of masculinity. MacBeth’s internal struggle over…

Macbeth is the main character of William Shakespeare’s play, Macbeth. He is a valient soldier who becomes more selfish and more greedy over time. This leads him to kill his superior, the king Duncan, to earn a spot on the throne, and he becomes a tyrant of Scotland only to be overthrown at the end of the play. There is one person from recent history who closely resembles the devilish character based on character traits. This one person is Yolanda Saldivar. Macbeth was a Scottish soldier…

William Shakespeare’s play Macbeth, originally performed in the early 1600’s, definitely deserves it’s recognition as a tragedy. With three brutal murders, witches, and craziness what more could Shakespeare have added, to make this play such a hit. Not only were all the common people in love with another one of Shakespeare’s plays, but Shakespeare wrote Macbeth to impress one certain person, King James. King James of England and Scotland was an avid witch hunter and the author of a book entitled…

Parneet Gill ENG3U1-02 Ms.Vitti January 15th, 2018 Contrast between Macbeth and Banquo In William Shakespeare's play, Macbeth, Banquo serves a foil to Macbeth as Banquo's reason contrast with Macbeth's ambition, Macbeth represents darkness due to his evil actions whereas Banquo represents light because of his morality, and also Banquo is loyal whereas Macbeth is disloyal and selfish. The use of contrast is significant because it is an impactful way to focus viewer's attention on the…

Praewpetch Unakul Miss Farrah Collette IB English A Language and Literature Standard Level Year 2 14 November 2015 Macbeth as A Tragic Hero “Hear it not, Duncan, for it is a knell that summons thee to heaven or to hell.” - Macbeth (2.1.63-64) Many of Shakespeare’s works are considered as ‘Shakespearean Tragedy” with the protagonists as ‘Tragic Hero’. A character is a prominent noble defected in some way and the flaw causes his downfall. After the punishment of his own action, he comes to…