FAMOUS PLAYWRIGHT POET AND OTHERS
MACBETH
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Question
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Lady Macbeth has had a son
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The Thane of Glamis has been killed
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Macbeth now holds the title of the Thane of Cawdor
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The army has just lost the battle with the Norwegians
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Detailed explanation-1: -Ross tells Macbeth that the king has made him thane of Cawdor, as the former thane is to be executed for treason. Macbeth, amazed that the witches’ prophecy has come true, asks Banquo if he hopes his children will be kings.
Detailed explanation-2: -Almost as soon as they are gone, Ross and Angus arrive with news that the king has named Macbeth “Thane of Cawdor.” Macbeth contemplates killing King Duncan in order to become King hereafter as the witches have prophesied. 1.4. Duncan demands and receives assurances that the former thane of Cawdor has been executed.
Detailed explanation-3: -Ross and Angus enter with news of Macbeth’s new title: the Thane of Cawdor. Macbeth begins to imagine the murderous act he would have to commit if he is to become King.
Detailed explanation-4: -10. What news does Ross bring Macbeth? Ross tells Macbeth that Macbeth now holds the title of the Thane of Cawdor. 14.
Detailed explanation-5: -A captain reports having seen Macbeth and Banquo fight bravely against the rebels and, in particular, Macbeth killed the traitorous MacDonwald. As a reward, King Duncan determines to give Macbeth the title of Thane of Cawdor and sends Ross as his messenger to deliver to news to Macbeth.