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Why did Macbeth kill Duncan?
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Dean Roberts 11S Why did Macbeth kill Duncan? In this essay I will explore all the reasons and explanations behind the killing of Duncan by Macbeth. I will explore all the influences upon him that lead to him deciding to kill Duncan; who is his king. I will explore four factors that contribute to the murder of Duncan; these factors are: Macbeth's personal ambitions, the weaknesses of Duncan, the witches and the ever-present influence of Lady Macbeth. This play is based upon the life of a real man, Macbeth. He was born in the year 1005, and was the grandson of King Malcolm II. Later in Macbeth's life he fights a battle and eventually kills a man called Duncan near Elgin. After killing Duncan he then drove his sons out of the country. This relates strongly to the play, where the thoughts of Macbeth are explored more often and the story slightly different. When...
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