Read the excerpt from act 4, scene 3 of The Tragedy of Macbeth. Malcolm is speaking with Macduff about the slaying of his family.Malcolm. Be this the whetstone of your sword: let griefConvert to anger; blunt not the heart, enrage it.
Answer
A
He urges Macduff to turn his desolation into rage.
B
He explains that Macduff needs to prepare his sword for battle.
C
He attempts to change the way Macduff deals with his enemies.
D
He suggests that Macduff try to ignore his emotions.
Explanation
Malcolm tells Macduff to let grief sharpen his sword by converting it into anger. “Blunt not the heart, enrage it” means Macduff should become furious rather than let sorrow weaken or dull him. So Malcolm urges him to turn his desolation into rage.
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