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The role of the witches in Macbeth 1:1 and 1:3
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Edward Boal 12RJ : English Essay : Macbeth Realization of a Shakespeare Text The role of the witches in Macbeth 1:1 and 1:3 Many forms of imagery are used in Macbeth. In scenes one and three the imagery used is built around the presence of the witches. Each detail in this imagery, it seems to me, contains an important symbol of the play, and symbols that we must understand if we are to understand either the passage it is in, or the play as a whole. In any instance, Macbeth's imagery is used cleverly and aids the plot and creates the right atmosphere for the occasion. The Three witches in the tragedy Macbeth are introduced right at the beginning of the play. They recount to Macbeth three prophesies. That Macbeth will be Thane of Cawdor, Thane of Glamis and King. This prophesies introduce Macbeth to ideas of greatness. Macbeth will eventually follow through...
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