Macbeth: Act 1, Scene 4: At Duncan's Castle
ACT I SCENE IV Macbeth & Banquo welcomed as heroes by King Duncan.
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In this scene

News is confirmed of Cawdor’s execution.
  • The “traitor” showed “deep repentance”.
  • “nothing in his life/Became him like the leaving of it”.
  • King Duncan welcomes Macbeth & Banquo as heroes.
  • Duncan announces Macbeth will be his heir
  • Duncan promises to visit Macbeth.
  • Macbeth leaves early to prepare for this visit.