Read the passage. Which statement best describes the effect of the antithesis in the phrase "Which would be worn now in their newest gloss, / Not cast aside so soon”?

The phrase contrasts “worn now in their newest gloss” with “cast aside so soon.” The first image suggests that Macbeth’s good reputation is fresh, while the second suggests it could be discarded quickly. This emphasizes how quickly he might lose the support and approval he has gained; it does not mainly describe his expectation of future rewards.

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