Read the excerpt from act 5, scene 3 of The Tragedy of Macbeth . Macbeth has just heard the reports about the large English army, and he has called upon Seyton, his chief servant, to discuss what he has heard. The stage direction regarding Seyton’s entrance has been expanded. Enter SEYTON. He bows and respectfully addresses MACBETH. Seyton: What is your gracious pleasure? Macbeth: What news more? Seyton: All is confirm’d, my lord, which was reported. Macbeth: I’ll fight till from my bones my flesh be hack’d. Give me my armour. Seyton: 'Tis not needed yet. How does the expanded stage direction most contribute to Seyton’s character?
Answer
A
It suggests that he is afraid of Macbeth.
B
It implies that he is loyal to Macbeth.
C
It confirms his fondness for Macbeth.
D
It explains why he listens to Macbeth.
Explanation
The expanded direction says Seyton bows and addresses Macbeth respectfully. These actions show deference and suggest that Seyton is loyal to Macbeth, especially as he serves as Macbeth’s chief servant. The passage does not show that Seyton is afraid or fond of Macbeth, and his role as a servant already explains why he listens.
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