Macbeth, Part 6: Figurative Language and Rhetoric — Quiz
Question 9 • English 2
Read the excerpt from act 4, scene 3 of The Tragedy of Macbeth. Malcolm is explaining to Macduff that he too cares about Scotland. Malcolm: Be not offended: I speak not as in absolute fear of you. I think our country sinks beneath the yoke; It weeps, it bleeds; and each new day a gash Is added to her wounds Which best explains the intended effect of the personification "I think our country sinks beneath the yoke; / It weeps, it bleeds; and each new day a gash / Is added to her wounds”?
Answer
A
It emphasizes that Scotland is suffering, and the situation is deteriorating.
B
It suggests that the people of Scotland are hurting their own country with their actions.
C
It contrasts how Malcom feels about Scotland with how the people around him feel.
D
It implies that Malcolm does not believe there is any hope for Scotland.