Examples Of Malcolm's Emotions In Macbeth

In the play Macbeth by William Shakespeare, Malcolm's character is defined by his strong emotions that guide him in the play. The first one of his emotions that guides him is his pride. You can see this when he decides to come back to Scotland to take back the throne. The second emotion is fear; this is showcased when Malcolm flees to England after Macbeth takes the throne. The last emotion is grief, due to the passing of his father at the hands of Macbeth. Malcolm’s most prominent emotions that control him throughout the duration of the play are pride, fear, and grief. Pride is one of Malcolm's most prominent and strongest emotions throughout the play. First, pride is depicted in the play in many scenes, with one notable time in Act 4, scene 3.

The first lie I’ve ever told was this one about myself.”(Shakespeare Act 4. Scene 3: This quote shows Malcolm's sense of pride. Another way that we can see Malcolm’s pride in the play is when he faces Macbeth at Dunsinane. Malcolm displays his pride in Dunsinane by holding pride in his leadership. In conclusion, Malcolm demonstrates great pride in both when he was talking to Macduff and in his strong leadership skills. The next emotion that controls Malcolm across the events in the play is fear. First, fear is seen as one of Malcolm’s most controlling emotions when he flees to England. What will you do? Let's not consort with them. To show unfelt sorrow is an office which the false man does easy. I'll go to England.” Shakespeare Act 2. Scene 3. 133)This quote is when Malcolm and his brother are discussing leaving Scotland. Fear controls him in this quote because instead of staying and becoming that king, he is too afraid of Macbeth to