The Witches Flashcards
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How does the quote “instruments of darkness”
Show the supernatural (Banquo said this)
The auditory image on “instruments” implies a malevolent musicality as their words possess an almost hypnotic trance for Macbeth their speech is manipulative melodic which is an example of an irresistible allure for Macbeth. The plosive on “darkness” foreshadows
the ominous and grim destiny the witches are ready to inflict upon Macbeth.
How does the quote “fair is foul and foul is fair” shown
The witches speak in paradoxes “foul” and “fair” which creates a sense of contradiction and disorientation that is established from the offset.This foreshadows the impending chaos in the play.Moreover the witches deceitful nature will leave Macbeth bewildered and disorientated.
