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Macbeth: Summary
Macbeth and Banquo, Scottish generals, are returning after crushing a
rebellion against Duncan ( King of Scotland ), when they are met by three
witches. The witches prophesy that Macbeth will become thane of Cawdor , then
later on he will become King. Banquo is told that he will never become King,
but will be the father of Kings. Macbeth is horrified, for shortly afterwards a
messenger arrives to tell him that Duncan has created him Thane of Cawdor as a
reward for his services.
Macbeth writes the news to his wife. Lady Macbeth reads the ....
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