The memes summarized the play as each meme was able to capture the main events of a specific scene. Each meme tells a part of the story. The characters in the memes are able to display the expression/ emotion of the characters in Macbeth. With the help of the captions, one can understand what the meme is talking about.
The memes include allusions, quotes, and references from Macbeth. They revolve around the themes of loyalty vs tyranny, appearance vs reality, and masculinity. For example, the first meme includes an image of a witch with a very sly expression. The caption makes the witches’ evil intentions clear and represents their misguiding powers. This is an allusion to The Three witches in Macbeth. Another meme highlights the theme of loyalty and treachery as the character in the meme seems to be more inclined to a treacherous path. Another one of the memes makes an allusion to The Witches’ famous quote, “double, double toil and trouble.” It displays how Macbeth will be presented with double problems and difficulties. Such references make the memes more connective to the play.
The memes express the significance of the play as each meme alludes to an important aspect of that certain scene. For example, one of the memes referenced the meeting with the Three Witches. Another meme referenced the murder of Duncan and Banquo. Finally, leading up to the murder of Macbeth himself. Quite evidently, each meme is relevant and significant to the play.
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