MACBETH KEY LITERARY ELEMENTS SETTING Mainly set in Scotland in the 11th century, mostly in Macbeth's castle and the king's palace at Forres. Also in military camps and open fields near the battleground, and at King Edward's palace in England. CHARACTERS Major Characters Macbeth - the evil King of Scotland who stole the throne from Duncan by murdering him and who sinks into a state of chaos because of his greed and guilt; his evil …showed first 75 words of 5344 total…

…showed last 75 words of 5344 total…says he will try despite the prophecy rather than yield to Malcolm. Act V, Scene 9 Malcolm wishes no one had to die, but Siward says it is necessary and the cost wasn't that high for such a good day. Ross tells Siward that Young Siward, who just became a man in fighting, died. He tells him not to have sorrow, though. Siward says he died well then. Macduff hails Malcolm as king holding Macbeth's head.