THANK YOU! Macbeth - Act II, Scenes iii and iv1.

Theme - Reread the "Is this a dagger..." monologue by Macbeth. What themes are highlighted within this moment?
2. Conflict - As scene iii concludes, how does Shakespeare use the exchange between Macbeth and his wife to develop this conflict?
3. Symbolism - How has sleep been used as a symbol in the text thus far? What does sleep represent? Be sure to provide evidence.
4. Irony - Reread lines 75-80. Why are Lady Macbeth's words ironic?
5. Theme - Reread Ross's response to Macduff in lines 27-30. How does this response highlight the theme of ambition? Is there irony to these words?

In the space below, write a five-paragraph, 600-800 word persuasive essay arguing whether or not your chosen speech is effective in communicating its message, based on how it uses rhetorical strategies. include a clear thesis statement identifying whether, in your view, the speaker's argument is effective, based on his or her use of rhetorical strategies. explain why or why not. give your audience a sense of closure by providing a clear conclusion. throughout the essay, be sure to: use formal, objective language for an academic audience, connect your ideas using transitions that clearly tie together your ideas, base your argument on evidence from the text of the speech, and provide a clear conclusion about the speech's effectiveness.