SERGEANT: If I say sooth, I must report they were
As cannons overcharged with double cracks; so they
Doubly redoubled strokes upon the foe,
Except they meant to bate in reeking wounds,
Or memorize another Golgotha,
I cannot tell —
DUNCAN: But I faint; my gashes cry for help - NSC English FAL - Question 3 - 2022 - Paper 2
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SERGEANT: If I say sooth, I must report they were
As cannons overcharged with double cracks; so they
Doubly redoubled strokes upon the foe,
Except they meant to bate... show full transcript
Worked Solution & Example Answer:SERGEANT: If I say sooth, I must report they were
As cannons overcharged with double cracks; so they
Doubly redoubled strokes upon the foe,
Except they meant to bate in reeking wounds,
Or memorize another Golgotha,
I cannot tell —
DUNCAN: But I faint; my gashes cry for help - NSC English FAL - Question 3 - 2022 - Paper 2
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B/son of Duncan
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Duncan is the son of Duncan.
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E/son of Banquo
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This indicates that Banquo is also a noble character in the play.
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C/Thane of Glamis
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This refers to Macbeth's title before he becomes Thane of Cawdor.
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D/Ear of Northumberland
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This is not mentioned directly in the passage.
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Setting is the battlefield
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The setting reveals the chaotic nature of the battlefield, where soldiers are wounded.
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Personification
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The Sergeant's wounds are personified to emphasize the brutality of the battle.
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The sergeant's wounds which are so severe, are personified
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This implies the intensity of the battle and the soldier's suffering.
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Ross is excited/filled/impressed
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Ross exhibits strong emotions as he recounts Macbeth's bravery.
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Duncan is compassionate/caring/kind
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Duncan shows concern for his soldiers, asking for their medical attention after battles.
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Duncan is appreciative
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Duncan rewards Macbeth with the title of Thane of Cawdor due to his bravery.
