Macbeth

A. Macbeth and Banquo, Scottish generals, are returning after crushing a rebellion
against Duncan ( King of Scotland ), when they are met by three witches. The witches
prophesy that Macbeth will become thane of Cawdor , then later on he will become King.
Banquo is told that he will never become King, but will be the father of Kings. Macbeth
is horrified, for shortly afterwards a messenger arrives to tell him that Duncan has
created him Thane of Cawdor as a reward for his services.
Macbeth writes the news to his wife. Lady Macbeth reads the letter from
Macbeth, telling her of the prophecies…