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“My noble partner you greet with present grace, and great prediction of noble having and of royal hope That he seems rapt withal.” Banquo is concerned that Macbeth is affected by the witches’ strange words. Banquo not affected by the predictions. Rational – therefore highlighting Macbeth’s flaw. His judgement is impaired by ambition. “Your children shall be kings” Macbeth repeats the witches’ words to Banquo. Macbeth has no children – no heir. This is a concern for the future. “You shall be king” Banquo repeats the witches’ prophecy Banquo is afraid of the consequences does he trust -