Read the excerpt from act 4, scene 3 of The Tragedy of Macbeth. Ross is describing the situation in Scotland to Macduff.Macduff. Stands Scotland where it did?Ross. Alas! poor country!Almost afraid to know itself. It cannotBe call’d our mother, but our grave; where nothing,But who knows nothing, is once seen to smile;Where sighs and groans and shrieks that rend the airAre made, not mark’d; where violent sorrow seemsA modern ecstasy; the dead man’s knellIs there scarce ask’d for who; and good men’s livesExpire before the flowers in their caps,Dying or ere they sicken.
Read the excerpt from act 4, scene 3 of The Tragedy of Macbeth. In this excerpt, Malcolm and Macduff are discussing their beliefs about Macbeth.Malcolm. What you have spoke, it may be so perchance.This tyrant, whose sole name blisters our tongues,Was once thought honest: you have loved him well.
Read the excerpt from act 4, scene 3 of The Tragedy of Macbeth. In this excerpt, Macduff is talking to Malcom, trying to persuade him to fight against Macbeth and take back the throne of Scotland.Macduff. Bleed, bleed, poor country!Great tyranny! lay thou thy basis sure,For goodness dare not cheque thee: wear thou thy wrongs;The title is affeer’d! Fare thee well, lord:I would not be the villain that thou think’stFor the whole space that’s in the tyrant’s grasp,And the rich East to boot.
Read the excerpt from act 4, scene 3 of The Tragedy of Macbeth. Malcolm is discussing his own personal vices with Macduff.Malcolm. Acting it many ways. Nay, had I power, I shouldPour the sweet milk of concord into hell,Uproar the universal peace, confoundAll unity on earth.
Read the excerpt from act 4, scene 3 of The Tragedy of Macbeth. Malcolm suggests that they find a shady place to be sad. Macduff disagrees and suggests that they should grab their swords and protect their country. The word dolour means great sadness.Malcolm. Let us seek out some desolate shade, and thereWeep our sad bosoms empty.Macduff. Let us ratherHold fast the mortal sword, and like good menBestride our down-fall’n birthdom; each new mornNew widows howl, new orphans cry, new sorrowsStrike heaven on the face, that it resoundsAs if it felt with Scotland and yell’d outLike syllable of dolour.
Read the passage.If you want to try out for the basketball team, here is what you should do to prepare. To become a better free-throw shooter, make 50 free throws every day. This will help you center your shot and find a groove that works for you. To condition your legs, take a mile run and alternate between jogging and sprinting. To improve your strength, commit to a daily workout. The added practice sessions will take away from other activities, such as playing video games and hanging out with friends. However, the time spent preparing has benefitted many other players, and it can benefit you. It is up to you to decide to put in the time.
Read the excerpt from act 4, scene 3 of The Tragedy of Macbeth. Malcolm shares his concerns with Macduff about how he could benefit from turning Malcolm over to Macbeth.Malcolm. I am young; but somethingYou may deserve of him through me, and wisdomTo offer up a weak poor innocent lambTo appease an angry god.
Read the excerpt from act 4, scene 3 of The Tragedy of Macbeth. Malcolm is explaining to Macduff that the time has come do something about Macbeth.Malcolm. This tune goes manly.Come, go we to the king; our power is ready;Our lack is nothing but our leave; MacbethIs ripe for shaking, and the powers abovePut on their instruments. Receive what cheer you may:The night is long that never finds the day.
Read the excerpt from act 4, scene 3 of The Tragedy of Macbeth. Malcolm talks with Macduff about joining the other men who are ready to fight for Scotland.Malcolm. Whither indeed, before thy here-approach,Old Siward, with ten thousand warlike men,Already at a point, was setting forth.Now we’ll together; and the chance of goodnessBe like our warranted quarrel! Why are you silent?
Which sentence contains an example of pathos?
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