Question

what is the intended effect of macbeths appeal to emotion?
○ to prove to his wife that his loyalties are to the crown and to her
○ to convince his wife of the necessity of hiding her true purpose
○ to convince his wife that he is prepared to commit the murder
○ to persuade his wife to deceive the king and his servants

Explanation:

In Shakespeare's Macbeth, when Macbeth appeals to emotion with his wife, he is pushing back on her doubts about his resolve to kill Duncan. His emotional appeal is meant to assure her he is fully committed to the murder plot they have planned.

Answer:

to convince his wife that he is prepared to commit the murder