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Who Was Responsible For The Downfall Of Macbeth

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Many can speculate about who is responsible for the downfall of Macbeth in the 1606 tragedy by Shakespeare. Although written in 1606, this play takes place in the Scotland of medieval times, approximately around the 11th century. The play tells a story of a noble man named Macbeth and the transformation of his character through his vaulting ambition. Macbeth stumbles upon a trio of witches, who inform him of his prophecy, leading him to murder his way to the throne of Scotland. Despite influences from the Three Witches and Lady Macbeth his wife, Macbeth is ultimately held responsible for his own downfall.

In Act 1 scene three, Banquo and Macbeth meet the three witches upon the Heath, astounded by what they see before them and what they say.

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