What can you infer about Macbeth's mental state from his reaction to his wife's death?
A. That he is in such severe distress at the death of his beloved wife that he will be unable to go on fighting.
B. That he enjoys bloodshed and can't wait to fight Malcolm's army when it reaches the castle.
C. That he is so exhausted from the bloodshed caused by his actions that he is almost immune to the pain of death.
D. That he has gone completely insane and is no longer in control of the things that he does.
Answer (1)
Macbeth's reaction to Lady Macbeth's death reveals a profound indifference and emotional exhaustion resulting from his previous violent actions. He feels almost immune to pain, suggesting that the consequences of his ambition have drained him of emotional capability. This supports the inference that he is too exhausted to meaningfully grieve or change his course of action. ;
