Shakepeare

The character Macbeth was a Scottish Nobleman from the play Macbeth by William Shakespeare. He was a self-driven tyrant who came to rule Scotland after the murder of King Duncan. Three traits that best describe his character are cowardly, ambitious, and superstitious. These three traits contributed to Macbeth’s character and provoked him to become a self-destructive man.

The first trait that illustrates Macbeth’s character is cowardly. Macbeth is a moral coward in three situations during the play. First, Macbeth is brave when it comes to action, but then hesitates and has to be convinced by his wife to stay on track. “We will proceed no further in this business: he hath honour’d me of the late.” Next, Macbeth changes his mind six times before he finally decides to go through with the murder of King Duncan. “He’s here in double trust: first, as I am his kinsman and his subject, strong both against the deed.” Finally, Macbeth fears Banquo because in him he recognizes m...