Macbeth 5.2 Interview with Macbeth

In Act 5, Scene 2, Scottish themes join Malcolm's English troops. Speculations arise about the protagonist's mental state, with some believing he is crazy or enraged. The protagonist reflects on his secret murders and the lack of love in his command. He feels his title is ill-fitting, like a giant's robe on a dwarfish thief, a sentiment expressed by Angus. The protagonist looks forward to adding Angus's murder to his list of crimes.

How does the character's title affect him according to the text?

Who refers to the character as a 'dwarfish thief'?