ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

FAMOUS PLAYWRIGHT POET AND OTHERS

MACBETH

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What symbolizes Macbeth’s guilt after the murder of Duncan?
A
the swords that he took with him
B
the clothes he wore while killing him
C
the knocking on the door
D
the blood on his hands
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Here, when he sees that there is blood on the tip, Macbeth concludes that the dagger is not real but a manifestation of his guilt for plotting against Duncan. The blood on the dagger symbolizes Duncan’s impending murder and the guilt that will plague Macbeth for the rest of the play.

Detailed explanation-2: -Once Macbeth and Lady Macbeth embark upon their murderous journey, blood comes to symbolize their guilt, and they begin to feel that their crimes have stained them in a way that cannot be washed clean.

Detailed explanation-3: -Imaginary blood represents guilt for Macbeth and Lady Macbeth. It’s not until after the murder of Duncan that their guilt begins to manifest. As their guilt grows, so does the importance of the blood. What’s more, the imaginary blood also shows how Macbeth and Lady Macbeth both lose a grasp on reality.

Detailed explanation-4: -"I’ll go no more:/I am afraid to think what i agve done; /Look on’t again i dare not.” (2, 2, 51-53) This line is said by Macbeth after killing King Duncan. Macbeth regrets his decision. This demonstrates that Macbeth is experiencing guilt and remorse for his decesion.

Detailed explanation-5: -When he is about to kill Duncan, Macbeth sees a dagger floating in the air. Covered with blood and pointed toward the king’s chamber, the dagger represents the bloody course on which Macbeth is about to embark.

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