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Outlandish Claim Of Macbeth

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The witches in the play Macbeth constantly speak in a strange way. They talk in riddles that often have more than one meaning. I think the reason why Macbeth is giving the witches attention to them is because of their outlandish claims, and confusing riddle-like way of speaking. Any person that talks, or physically appears strangely automatically gets more attention than someone who looks ordinary. Since the witches are also strange in appearance, this only makes them stand out from the ordinary. I think Macbeth also becomes interested in the witches because of what they claim Macbeth to be. The witches claim that Macbeth is the thane of Cawdor as well as Glamis.
“First witch: All hail, Macbeth! Hail to thee, thane of Glamis!
Second witch:
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