Meyers 1 Matthew Meyers Solomon AP English Period 7 1/7/15 Macbeth: A Tale of Ambition Within Shakespeare’s The Tragedy of Macbeth‚ there are many strange forces and facets of human nature at work‚ weaving the classic store of a tragically fallen “King” with his wife at his side‚ and how evil is vanquished and good and justice shall prevail. Ambition‚ driven by less subtle notes of greed and self-worth‚ press a rising Macbeth‚ already rising through the ranks with his brave actions‚ to commit heinous
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Ambition can be described as a dangerous quality but also a desirable one because it sets our goals and helps lead us to where we want to be. Macbeth and Mark Zuckerberg are both ambitious in their own ways to achieve their goals. They both have the right mindset‚ motivation and lack the negativity to not do so. Both Macbeth and Mark went through a lot to reach their goals and they were both ambitious in doing so‚ but the real question that comes to mind is “what is the true cost of ambition”?
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Macbeth’s Path to Perdition Blind ambition can be defined as a strong desire which prevents people from seeing what is happening around them. Throughout history‚ kings‚ politicians‚ dictators‚ and heads of major corporations have all had strong inclinations that have clouded their good judgements to a point where the crossed the line between good and evil. One example that stands out above the rest was when Hitler tried to get rid of “less than perfect” humans in WWII and tried to seize power
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Greed and Ambition Throughout Macbeth‚ Shakespeare demonstrates that both greed and ambition can turn even the best of people into the worst. Macbeth was a noble Scotsman in the beginning of the play. He fought to protect his country against traitor and the Norwegian. Furthermore‚ Macbeth was extremely loyal to the King; often paying homage and show a great amount of respect for the king. For example‚ Macbeth feels honored to serve the king and fight for him in battle. In return for Macbeth’s loyalty
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to reveal their true nature‚ the only essential element is to grant them power.” An excellent example of this can be found in William Shakespeare’s Macbeth. When Macbeth battles between his integrity and desire for the throne‚ Lady Macbeth shatters his depleted loyalty by questioning his masculinity. After Duncan’s death and the coronation of Macbeth‚ the soliloquy in Act 3 suggests that what distresses him even as a king is the fear of witches’ prophecy also coming true for Banquo‚ therefore forcing
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In the play Macbeth by William Shakespeare‚ Macbeth presented a very ambitious but evil character. Macbeth went after what he wanted even if it meant hurting others. He made many bad choices just to protect himself. Not only did Macbeth care about King but also Lady Macbeth was ambition to become Queen. The evil three witches told Macbeth that he should beware of Macduff. The witches filled Macbeth head up with the thought that Macduff would try to become King. Macbeth wanted to learn more about
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Importance of Ambition In the play‚ Macbeth‚ written by William Shakespeare‚ it is evident that ambition plays a very important role in the play. Ambition is when someone has a strong desire for success‚ achievement‚ or a goal. It is a motivating factor that drives one towards success. This is a big part of this specific play. Without ambition‚ there would be no play‚ everything started with ambition. Ambition is important to the play because throughout the play Macbeth does everything to secure
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The Theme of Ambition in Macbeth In many of Shakespeare’s plays there exists relationships between characters; these relationships in many cases influence the direction in which the play goes. For example‚ in the “The Merchant Of Venice” the elopement of Lorenzo and Jessica is what triggers Shylock’s rage and blind desire for revenge‚ which sets the stage and the necessary atmosphere that is required for the climax in the court scene. Likewise in Shakespeare’s “Macbeth” the everlasting relationship
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Theme of Macbeth In Macbeth‚ written by William Shakespeare‚ ambition conspires with unholy forces to carry out evil deeds‚ which in term generates fear‚ guilt‚ and horrible crimes. The major theme of the play concerns Macbeth‚ the protagonist and tragic hero. From his rise‚ fall‚ and destruction‚ an idea develops regarding ambition. Ambition is the desire for personal achievement. Ambitious people seek to be the best at what they choose to do for attainment‚ power‚ or superiority. The
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At the beginning of the play‚ during Act 1‚ Macbeth is a kind and honorable man‚ who truthfully did not have the adequate ambitions to become king. As a character‚ Macbeth is very noble and has the status of the Thane of Glamis‚ to which originally‚ he is satisfied with this title alone‚ until he has the encounter with three witches‚ and learns of a prophecy where he becomes king. Once told of this‚ the theme that pride‚ greed‚ and ambition can overpower morality and human nature emerges‚ and this
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