How does Malcolm test Macduff in the play?
In England, Malcolm is suspicious of Macduff and tests him by pretending to be even more evil than Macbeth. Macduff’s lament for Scotland convinces Malcolm who then retracts his confessions of evil.
Why has Macduff gone to England to meet Malcolm?
Macduff, the lord says, has gone to England to meet with Malcolm and try to get the English King Edward and his lords to gather an army… (full context) Both men hope Macduff remains safe and soon returns with the armies of Malcolm and England to free Scotland from Macbeth. (full context)
What does Macduff say about the murder of Duncan’s attendants?
Macduff enters. He says it seems Duncan’s attendants did commit the murder, and that because Malcolm and Donalbain fled they likely were behind the plot. (full context) In England, near the palace of King Edward, Macduff urges Malcolm to quickly raise an army against Macbeth.
Where does Macduff urge Malcolm to raise an army?
In England, near the palace of King Edward, Macduff urges Malcolm to quickly raise an army against Macbeth. But Malcolm says Macduff might actually be working… (full context)
Why does Malcolm pretend to be more evil than Macbeth?
In England, Malcolm is suspicious of Macduff and tests him by pretending to be even more evil than Macbeth. Macduff’s lament for Scotland convinces Malcolm who then retracts his confessions of evil. When he sees that that Macduff is sincere and opposed to Macbeth, Malcolm reveals that he has English support for an invasion of Scotland.
Why is Macbeth trying to test Macduff’s integrity?
He is testing Macduff’s integrity because – with all the spies and traitors that Macbeth has created – he is afraid that Macduff might be on Macbeth’s side.
What happens to MacDuff’s family in Macbeth?
A doctor appears and mentions the saintly work of King Edward the Confessor. Ross arrives and informs Macduff that his family has been murdered. Macduff resolves to support Malcolm and vows to kill Macbeth himself.