Ambiguity And Equivocation In Macbeth
Jordan Weber-Flink
Mrs. Balaban
AP English
11/28/98
Macbeth's voluntary misinterpretation of the ambiguity and
equivocation of the witches relates to the play's theme, which states that
uncontrolled desire for power often leads to irregular or violent actions,
resulting in death and or destruction. After the first of the witches'
prophecies comes true, Macbeth begins to believe in their truth. However,
he also believes that the prophecies must all lead to his enrichment and
empowerment. To that end, he twists the witches' words to fit his own
purposes, ignoring the po ....
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