Summary

• King Duncan arrives at Macbeth’s castle and is greeted by Lady Macbeth.

• Very ironic scene.

Quotes

‘This castle hath a pleasant seat’

• He is complimenting the location and atmosphere of the castle, which is ironic as this will be where he dies.

• The atmosphere will change later on.

‘The air is delicate’

• Banquo agreeing with Duncan reinforces the dramatic irony, as the audience now knows what will happen next due to Macbeth and Lady Macbeth agreeing on the scheme.

• Both Banquo and Duncan are clueless to their fates and the future.

‘We rest your hermits’

• Pray for their wellbeing

• Ironic as she will be doing the opposite

• Presents Lady Macbeth as two-faced and manipulative.

‘our honour’d hostess’

• Praises Lady Macbeth.

• She is good at manipulation and looking innocent when she is not.

‘Give me your hand’

• Shows that Duncan feels extremely safe in Macbeth and Lady Macbeth’s hands.

• Ironic.

• Lady Macbeth is basically leading Duncan to his grave.