ds him...(Act1, SceneVI,line29)" This quote shows that Duncan seems to feel like he owes Macbeth something for his loyalties and bravery in the war. Duncan's perception of Macbeth will prove to be his downfall.Lady Macbeth only sees Macbeth the way she wants to see him. When he tells her there is a chance he will become King she right away thinks of his weaknesses. She knows he is very easily manipulated as she says things to him that persuade him into the murder. For example, "Which thou esteem 'st the ornament of life, And live in a coward in thine own esteem, Letting "I dare not" wait upon "I would," Like the poor cat I' th' adage? (Act1, SceneVII, line42)" This statement from her appeals to Macbeth's submissive character.In conclusion, you can see that perception is a very complicated thing. People should think a lot before they decide how they perceive someone. Macbeth is someone who is perceived many different ways. Everyone does not see him as a whole. Everyone sees little pieces of his whole character. Not one the characters see all of Macbeth's personality and nature. Lady Macbeth sees what she feels will benefit her, Duncan sees the good qualities that Macbeth shows to him, and Banquo views him as a good man that is capable of turning the other cheek and committing wrong doing to get what he wants. If Macbeth was viewed by everyone the way he truly is maybe he would have never had the flaw he found in himself, keeping his noble reputation intact. ...
