Posted: June 6th, 2015

Opposing Opposites- Macbeth by Shakespeare

Opposing Opposites- Macbeth by Shakespeare

Throughout Macbeth, Shakespeare pairs opposites in order to play with our understanding of the natural or just order of the universe. He contrasts men and women, fairness and foulness, natural and unnatural, and morality and immorality.

Find as many examples of paired opposites as you can. Then discuss what each example demonstrates about its opposite. Use quotes, be detailed and thorough about your examples and explanations.