Question

What is a historical connection in Macbeth? You should reference at least scene from the play that connects to a historical example. Why would Shakespeare make this connection? Your response should be a paragraph in length.

Answer 1

Answer: In focusing on Macbeth, a figure from Scottish history, Shakespeare paid homage to his king's Scottish lineage. Additionally, the witches' prophecy that Banquo will found a line of kings is a clear nod to James's family's claim to have descended from the historical Banquo.

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