Macbeth Persuasive Speech

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Let me remind you of the horrible reality that occurred right before our eyes last week. Our hero, Macduff, have executed Macbeth off the throne and ended our misery. It was one of the bloodiest war in our country, but we all praise and thank him for what he has done. This is the war that saved Scotland from the King that would ruin our country in the future. However, if you don’t agree with me, then let me tell you about all the tragedies that have happened in our country when Macbeth became the king.

Macbeth took the seat as the King of Scotland after Duncan was murdered, and since then I have noticed that the number of people being murdered has increased. The people who have been murdered were just not anyone, they were honored men who had a great impact on Scotland. Banquo was one of the first death that led me to question. Why was Sir Banquo murdered right after Macbeth became the King of Scotland and why did Macbeth seem unfazed by the news when they were both really close. Also, the son of Malcolm was murdered while his father, Malcolm, was out of Scotland. Malcolm's son potentially has the chance to rule Scotland, so is this the act of Macbeth trying to get rid of his upcoming competition, especially since Macbeth has no legacy to pass his position on to. The servant of our former King Duncan was also murdered the day after Macbeth …show more content…

King Duncan used to care for us and try help out the poor. People are starving and he is holding a banquet hall? This is absurd, no King should act this way towards his people." This is what the people of Scotland believe, and I must say this is 100 percent accurate. If we all remember when Duncan was the King of Scotland, he helped out the poor and showed empathy towards his people. However, Macbeth failed to show compassion towards his men, a dependable leader should always provide for his people and his actions are not showing the characteristics of a true