appearance vs reality

• "look like the innocent flower but be the serpent under't" - lady m
• DONALBAIN: there's daggers in men's smiles (a2, s3) 


  donalbain's astute observation underscores the theme of deceit and betrayal, highlighting the flaws in human nature. this short aphorism (concise, memorable statement expressing the general truth) serves as a warning, foreshadowing the dangers lurking within the political landscape and the potential for betrayal and manipulation
• ... and play the humble host (a3, s4) 


  macbeth about dinner party where he kills duncan
• false face must hide what the false heart doth know (a1, s7) 


  idk
• ROSSE: dark night strangles the travelling lantern (a2, s4)


  Highlights the struggle between the battle of light and darkness. The personification of the dark night strangling the sun portrays darkness' strength, conveying fear. Macbeth committing regicide has caused evil to overwhelm the light, signposting the beginning of Scotland's descent into tyranny and turmoil.