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In three pages this paper examines how masks of betrayal, falsehood, and concealment are worn by Banquo, Macbeth, and Lady Macbeth throughout the third act of William Shakespeare’s tragic play. The bibliography lists no additional sources.
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concealment. Lord and Lady Macbeth emerge throughout the play - and particularly in Act III - as the master and mistress of disguise. Fueled by his and his
wifes shared ruthless ambition, Macbeth has succeeded in hiding his murder of Scotlands beloved King Duncan and now himself occupies the throne. While the masks the King and his
Queen wear are showcased in Act IIIs infamous banquet scene, they are not the only ones dressed up for the macabre costume party. Banquo, Macbeths trusted friend and loyal
general, also has plenty to hide. Out of all of the masks featured throughout Act III, perhaps the most veiled character of all is Banquo. While many critics refer
to Banquos virtuous qualities, the opening of the third act makes it clear he also harbors a darker and more sinister side. Upon entering the palace, Banquo observes: "Thou
hast it now: King, Cawdor, Glamis, all, / As the weird women promised, and I fear / Thou playdst most foully fort; yet it was said / It should not
stand in thy posterity / But that myself should be the root and father / Of many kings. If there come truth from them - / As upon thee,
Macbeth, their speeches shine -- / Why, by the verities on thee made good, / May they not be my oracles as well. / And set me up in hope?
But hush, no more" (III.i.1-10). He, of course, is referring to Macbeth and the witches prophecy that Macbeth would someday wear the Scottish crown. However, the witches
also hinted that Banquo might father a dynasty of Scottish kings as well. In his comment, Banquos mask slips a bit, revealing an ambition as strong as Macbeths.
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