'Macbeth': exploring the external feminine influences in the play
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I can explain why Macbeth was susceptible to manipulation by female characters in the play.
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Macbeth's lack of a male heir makes him susceptible to Lady Macbeth's manipulations.
Lady Macbeth uses Macbeth's insecurities to emasculate him.
Macbeth is more likely to believe the witches' prophecies due to his insecurities.
Macbeth's lack of a male heir makes him more likely to betray Banquo and Duncan.
Shakespeare upholds the status quo by punishing characters who do not conform to conventional gender roles.
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