Shakespeare's play ‘Macbeth' was written in 1606. The play tells the story of a man, urged by his wife and told by prophecy, who deliberately kills the king in order to gain power.

The play starts with thunder and lightening. Three witches appear and talk about meeting after the battle which is a rebellion in Scotland. There is also mention of them meeting Macbeth ‘There to meet with Macbeth' (Line 8). This leaves you with the question is Macbeth anything to do with the supernatural? Witches are looked upon as being supernatural beings. As they all leave they set the theme of the play ‘Fair is foul, and foul is fair, Hover through the fog and filthy air.' (Lines 12 and 13).

Act I Scene 2 tells about a battle that is going on and how Macbeth fought well and killed a slave. ‘For brave Macbeth – well he deserved that name'. (Line 16). Macbeth is being looked upon as brave, a sort of hero. The enemies come back with reinforcements and try to fight again. This angers Macbeth......

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Title: Macbeth
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