Macbeth

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   renelane Teacher
   High School - 11th Grade

   The theme of appearance versus reality can be seen in many ways. One obvious aspect is when Lady Macbeth greets Duncan at his arrival to their home. She states how anxious she has been for him to arrive. The appearance is that of a gracious and humble hostess greeting the king in an appropriate manner. The reality is that she and her husband are anxious to put their plot to kill him into effect.

   Another example of this theme is in the guilt both Macbeth and Lady Macbeth experience. Macbeth "sees" a bloody dagger floating in the air towards the king's room as he is preparing to kill Duncan. The reality is that the appearance of the dagger is most likely a manifestation of the guilt he feels.

   Lady Macbeth believes her hands are covered in blood, yet the reality is that her guilt will not let her forget that she has helped commit murder.

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   luannw Teacher
   High School - 11th Grade

   This question has already been answered.  Follow the links below.

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   Posted by luannw on Saturday February 2, 2008 at 6:12 AM