Read the excerpt from act 5, scene 3 of The Tragedy of Macbeth . Then, review the photo, which shows the scene being acted out in a 2011 production of the play. Seyton, Macbeth’s chief servant, dresses Macbeth in his armor to ready him for battle as the leaders of the rebel army look on in the background. Macbeth: Throw physic to the dogs; I’ll none of it. [ To SEYTON.] Come, put mine armour on; give me my staff. Seyton, send out. Open image in full-screen view Photo by Ellie Kurttz (c) RSC What does Macbeth’s costume most contribute to the scene?
Answer
A
It emphasizes that Macbeth faces great danger.
B
It suggests that Macbeth is emotionally stable.
C
It implies that Macbeth is confident in his abilities.
D
It supports the idea that Macbeth still has one loyal servant.
Explanation
Macbeth orders Seyton to put on his armor because he is preparing to fight the rebel army. The armor makes the danger and impending battle especially clear, which is the scene’s main visual emphasis. Although Seyton helps him dress, the costume itself does not show Macbeth’s emotional stability or prove that he is confident.
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