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What does Macbeth mean when he says, 'Bring me no more reports'?
What does Macbeth mean when he says, 'Bring me no more reports'?
What does Macbeth express doubts about?
What does Macbeth express doubts about?
The legitimacy of the threats against him.
Macbeth refers to himself as a 'confident tyrant'.
Macbeth refers to himself as a 'confident tyrant'.
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How does Macbeth insult his servant?
How does Macbeth insult his servant?
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What does Macbeth mean by 'the yellow leaf'?
What does Macbeth mean by 'the yellow leaf'?
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Macbeth refuses to give up fighting, saying, 'I'll fight till from my bones my flesh be ____'.
Macbeth refuses to give up fighting, saying, 'I'll fight till from my bones my flesh be ____'.
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What does the doctor say about Lady Macbeth's condition?
What does the doctor say about Lady Macbeth's condition?
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What does Macbeth ask the doctor to do for Lady Macbeth?
What does Macbeth ask the doctor to do for Lady Macbeth?
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Study Notes
Setting and Characters
- Scene occurs in Dunsinane Castle, featuring Macbeth, a doctor, and attendants.
- Macbeth’s character exhibits brazen confidence despite mounting pressure.
Macbeth’s Confidence
- Declares he is unaffected by reports, believing in the prophecy that no man born of woman can harm him.
- Resists fear with assertive commands, showcasing his transformation into a “confident tyrant”.
Insults and Aggression
- Macbeth insults his servant, displaying frustration and questioning the soldier’s bravery.
- Uses color symbolism, contrasting “lily-livered” cowardice with his own perception of valor.
Bitterness and Regret
- Expresses emotional turmoil, referring to himself as “sick at heart” and lamenting the loss of honor, love, and friendship.
- Enters a reflective soliloquy, symbolizing his decline into isolation and disillusionment.
Tyranny and Control
- Resolute in fighting to the death, displaying a tyrannical refusal to surrender control.
- Relationship dynamics shift; refers to Lady Macbeth as "your patient," indicating a loss of partnership and mutual respect.
Psychological Distress
- Doctor highlights Lady Macbeth’s troubled mind, hinting at guilt and madness.
- Shakespeare anticipates psychoanalytic concepts; Macbeth describes mental illness and sorrow, mirroring Freud's ideas about dealing with internal turmoil.
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Explore key moments and quotations from Act 5 Scene 3 of Shakespeare's Macbeth. These flashcards will aid in understanding the characters' motivations and the play's themes. Perfect for students seeking to deepen their grasp of this iconic play.
