Malcom

• How is Macbeth's character related to the divine right of kings?

  His characterisation is based on religious concepts
• What does Macbeth prioritize in his characterisation?

  Purity and good morals
• What does Macbeth's kingship origin relate to?

  Serving God
• How does Macbeth's malevolent desire affect his relationship with God?

  It isolates him from serving God
• What does the reference to God in Macbeth's context signify?

  His hubris leads to eternal hell
• What does Malcolm's pious nature emphasize after Macbeth's death?

  His kingship to God
• What does the repetition of the word "grace" suggest about Malcolm?

  He requires God's support for kingship
• How is Malcolm portrayed in relation to Duncan?

  As a representative of order
• What does Malcolm's phrase "What I am truly" signify?

  Expectation of a king to lead rightly
• Why does Malcolm test Macduff's loyalty?

  To ensure he won't be like Macbeth
• What does Malcolm's testing of loyalty reflect about his character?

  He seeks to build a good kingship
• How does Shakespeare portray Malcolm's approach to kingship?

  As the correct way to take on kingship
• What does Malcolm do after Duncan's death?

  Raises an army to overthrow Macbeth
• What does the term "tyranny" reflect in Malcolm's context?

  Feelings of betrayal and oppression
• How does Malcolm's character contrast with Macbeth's?

  Malcolm embodies the ideal king, unlike Macbeth