Question

In The Tragedy of Macbeth, Act III, Scene i, Macbeth speaks with only two murderers, but later there are three, and the sudden appearance of this third murderer has been a subject of much debate over the centuries. What is the explanation of the third murderer?

Answer 1

A variety of theories can exist on the subject ; a common hypothesis is that the third murderer is in fact Macbeth, or another character in disguise; or that third murderer is a mistake on Shakespeare’s part or an inconsistency resulting from some carelessly dropped portion of the play. Students should support their ideas with logical reasons, details from the play, and/or examples from outside experience.

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Answer 2

I don't think Macbeth was the third murderer because he was at the party. The murderers also would have recognized him. I think that a hitman was hired to be the murderer. Macbeth was so paranoid I am sure he would send another guy out to go help the other two murderers.