English Fair is foul, foul is fair quote

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Who says “Fair is foul, and foul is fair”?

The Three Witches (Act 1, Scene 1)

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What does “Fair is foul, and foul is fair” mean?

It means appearances can be deceiving — what seems good may be bad, and what seems bad may be good.

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What theme does the quote “Fair is foul, and foul is fair” show?

This theme shows that things are not what they seem. People may hide their true intentions, and what looks good could actually be bad. It highlights confusion, lies, and twisted values in Macbeth.

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How does this quote relate to Macbeth?

He’s misled by the witches. He and Lady Macbeth both hide their true intentions.

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How does this quote affect the audience?

It creates mystery and tension, showing the world of the play will be dark and full of lies.