Macbeth hears bad news.
Characters:
Macbeth
The King becomes increasingly volatile and is displeased to find out that the English army is marching towards Dunsinane.
Doctor
The doctor in Macbeth's employ. He is unable to offer a straightforward cure for Lady Macbeth's illness.
Servant
A servant of Macbeth's who warns him of the massive English army.
Seyton
Macbeth’s personal servant.
Attendants
Attendants to Macbeth.
Scene Summary:
Macbeth gets a whole heap of bad news in this scene. He learns from the doctor that his wife is not well, and that there’s nothing the doctor can do to help her. Plus, he hears that ten thousand English troops and a whole lot of Scottish ones have gathered together to take him down. He prepares to fight.
