CHARACTERS:
Duncan
Malcolm
Banquo
Macbeth

SUMMARY:
“In the palace courtroom, King Duncan receives the news of the execution of Cawdor and delivers formal thanks to Macbeth and Banquo for their part in the battle. Then, to the private astonishment of Macbeth, Duncan announces that his successor as king, whenever that may be, will be his son Malcolm.” – Olivia Vuleta

ANALYSIS:

QUOTE:
 “Is execution done on Cawdor? Are not those in commission yet returned?” – Duncan.