Macbeth

Question

by William Shakespeare

Macbeth

Life's but a walking shadow, a poor player,

That struts and frets his hour upon the stage,

And then is heard no more. It is a tale

Told by an idiot, full of sound and fury,

Signifying nothing.

From Macbeth by William Shakespeare

Question
Use the excerpt to answer the question.

What does the analogy in this excerpt suggest about life?

(1 point)
Responses

That it is not worth living.
That it is not worth living. - incorrect

That it is an illusion.
That it is an illusion. - no response given

That it is very short.
That it is very short. - no response given

That it must be enjoyed fully.

Answer 1

The analogy in this excerpt suggests that life is an illusion. Macbeth compares life to a "walking shadow" and a "poor player" who only performs for a short time before being forgotten, emphasizing a sense of emptiness and futility. The mention of "a tale told by an idiot, full of sound and fury, signifying nothing" reinforces the idea that life lacks true meaning or substance. Therefore, the most appropriate response based on the excerpt is:

That it is an illusion.