Question

How does Shakespeare present Macbeth's and lady Macbeth's reaction to Duncan's death

Answer 1

Especially after the murder of Duncan, Shakespeare subverts these stereotypes. Shakespeare explains the aftermath of Duncan’s murder by showing how Lady Macbeth and Macbeth feel during their intimate conversation. Macbeth’s emotions override his personal nature due to the pressure he is put in of being caught, essentially for Lady Macbeth’s actions. However, Lady Macbeth is calm throughout the conversation, she is the one who is calming down Macbeth for the deed he had just committed.