Macbeth Act 2 Coursework Example | Topics and Well Written Essays - 250 words

Macbeth Act 2 - Coursework Example But then, once Macbeth was granted a title of Thane of Cawdor, both Banquo and Macbeth saw it as a fulfillment of a prophecy received. Therefore the prospect of becoming a king became more real in Macbeth’s mind and he even wrote a letter to his wife, telling about everything that has happened and of what is yet to happen. â€Å"This have I thought good to deliver thee, /my dearest partner of greatness, that thou mightst not lose/ the dues of rejoicing, by being ignorant of what greatness is/promised thee† (1.5.9-12) But how can Macbeth become the king if Duncan has two sons, one of which he pronounced â€Å"The Prince of Cumberland† (1.4.55). That is when Macbeth realized there is an obstacle on his way to become a king, and some dark thoughts settled in his heart â€Å"For in my way it lies. Stars, hide your fires;/Let not light see my black and deep desires†. (1.4. 57-58) Banquo realize that too, that is why he has fears. When they are in Macbethâ€℠¢s castle, he senses some danger, and even before going to sleep, he keeps his sword nearby. â€Å"Give me my sword.†(2.1.15) 2. The line "Thou marshal'st me the way that I was going" (2.1.42) is ambiguous and has been the subject of a great deal of literary debate.