Macbeth 5.7 Performance: Macbeth, Lines 47-52

The transcript explores themes of inner conflict, unreliable friendships, and the impact of broken promises. It delves into the complexities of language with double meanings and concludes with a decision to avoid conflict.

What does the speaker suggest has been affected by fear?

• Their intelligence

• Their better nature

• Their physical strength

• Their relationships

How does the speaker feel about their friends who speak ambiguously?

• They trust them completely

• They admire their cleverness

• They no longer believe them

• They are indifferent towards them

What is the speaker's attitude towards promises made by their friends?

• They are hopeful about the promises

• They feel the promises are misleading

• They think the promises are genuine

• They believe the promises will be kept

What decision does the speaker make regarding conflict?

• To negotiate peace

• To seek help from others

• To avoid fighting altogether

• To fight with determination

What does the speaker imply about the nature of promises?

• They are often broken

• They are unimportant

• They are never made

• They are always kept