My initial impression of Macbeth is he seems like a generally good-natured man. Who was respected be peers for noble acts as a solider. "buts all's too weak, For brave Macbeth-well he deserves that name-" (1.1.16) In this quote Macbeth's brave act on the battle field was described by an injured captain. Though he portrays a courageous image Macbeth is easily lead astray by pressure in more tense situations. My first thoughts on the character of lady Macbeth was a power hungry wife who desires some control over her husbands decision making. "That i may pour my spirits in thine ear And chastise with the valor of my tongue All that impedes thee from the golden crown." (1.5.13-15) After receiving Macbeth's letter about the witches prophecy Lady Macbeth in this quote, expresses that she wants him to hurry home so she can persuade him to go for the crown and not hold back. Banquo seems like a man who also being a general with a strong will has good intentions.
Some of the themes suggested in Act 1 include the witches prophecy and the significance of this prediction. Macbeth immediately becomes enthralled in the mystery of this glimpse to the future. "This supernatural soliciting cannot be ill, cannot be good." (1.3.133-135) Macbeth focuses on what the witches said. He is fascinated by the idea of one day becoming king but also afraid of the horrible thoughts that tempt him as his desire to succeed grows.
"I am settled, and bend up Each corporal agent to this terrible feat. Away, and mock the time with fairest show. False face must hide what the false heart doth know."(1.7.79-82) This is the point in Act 1 when Lady Macbeth has convinced her husband to go along with the crime of killing Duncan. Macbeth in this quote tells her that he is putting all his effort into this injustice, while she must act like nothing happened with a false heart. I found this image important to the play because it really shows the change in Macbeth's personality and intentions and how greed and desire for power has poisoned his mind.
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Avoid using first person in academic writing.
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