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Beowulf

A character that embodies bravery and loyalty; he goes on a journey to help others and fights with bare hands against challenges.

Grendel

Represents Satan; a destroyer of life, causes immense suffering and joylessness.

Wiglaf

Symbol of honor and loyalty; the only one who aids Beowulf during his final fight with the dragon.

Geats (followers of Beowulf)

Exemplify loyalty but also fear; they abandon their leader when faced with danger.

Monk

Represents the hypocrisy of the church; lives a luxurious lifestyle and is more interested in hunting than his clergyman duties.

Wife of Bath

A character that defies societal norms; known for her wealth acquired through her multiple husbands.

Macbeth

Illustrates the dangers of unchecked ambition; his greed leads to his downfall.

Lady Macbeth

A manipulative character who encourages her husband to commit regicide, demonstrating the theme of ambition.

Banquo

A character who signifies that doing the right thing can lead to vulnerability; he is killed for being virtuous.

The Witches

Portray the theme of appearance versus reality; they hint at truth but lead Macbeth to ruin.

Rioters

Symbolize the consequences of greed during the Black Plague; their search for Death leads to their own demise.

Pardoner

Embodies the greed within the church; exploits people by selling pardons.

Knight

Represents the ideal Christian knight, fighting for God and upholding values of chivalry.

Duncan

A character beloved by his people, his betrayal by Macbeth highlights themes of loyalty and ambition.

“Fair is foul and foul is fair”

The witches' chant reflects the theme of contradictions and the deceptive nature of reality in Macbeth.

“Out, damned spot!”

Lady Macbeth's line highlights her guilt and the psychological consequences of her and Macbeth's actions.

“Life’s but a walking shadow”

Macbeth's reflection on life signifies his pessimism and the futility of existence after suffering loss.

“Here lies the body of Patrick McGinty”

A humorous example of irony and death in literature, showcasing the absurdities of life and death.

Greed leads to death

A central theme in Chaucer's works; the actions of characters like the rioters illustrate the destructive nature of greed.

beowulf

jesus

grendel

satan

Geats (followers of Beowulf)

disciples