But what of his character, his moral fiber? ... Lady Macbeth plays a crucial role in guiding Macbeth. ... He is tempted by the thought of power, he has a wife who plays on those temptations, and he has a weak character. ... The power of Macbeth's emotions changes his character making his doomed fate almost a certainty. ... This prophecy sets in motion a chain of events that the weak character of Macbeth is unable to change. ...

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• Approx Pages: 5
• Grade Level: High School