What recurring image in The Tragedy of Macbeth, Act IV, is associated with Lady Macduff and her son? Cite examples of this imagery and explain the qualities that it helps to convey.a. witches b. flowersc. birdsd. eggs
Bird imagery is associated with Lady Macduff and her son. Lady Macduff says that even a small wren will defend its young against an owl, presenting herself as a protective mother. Her son is also described as a “poor bird.” These images convey the family’s innocence and vulnerability, as well as Lady Macduff’s courage and determination to protect her child.
In The Tragedy of Macbeth, Act IV, which adjective would Macduff and Malcolm be most likely to use to describe Macbeth’s rule on Scotland? Explain why it is right or wrong.a. judiciousb. sundryc. credulousd. pernicious
Pernicious is the best choice because it means harmful or destructive. Macduff and Malcolm describe Scotland as suffering under Macbeth’s tyrannical rule, with the country and its people being grievously damaged. Judicious means wise, sundry means various, and credulous means easily persuaded, so those adjectives do not describe Macbeth’s rule as accurately.
Which phrase best describes the impression we get of Macduff’s son before he is murdered? Explain your choice, citing details from The Tragedy of Macbeth, Act IV, to support your answer.a. charming, naive, and affectionateb. cold, calculating, and ambitiousc. nasty, foolish, and ignorantd. sniveling and whining
The best description is charming, naive, and affectionate. Macduff’s son jokes and plays with his mother as they discuss his father, showing a quick wit and a loving, comfortable relationship with her. His innocent questions about whether his father is a traitor also show that he does not fully understand the danger. When the murderers attack, he calls out to his mother to run, making his trust and affection especially clear.
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