In the space provided, write a one- or two-paragraph conclusion describing the tone and character development in the Macbeth, Act I; Scene II. First, describe how Shakespeare develops one of his characters. Characters' personalities are shown by their actions and words. Choose a character in the scene you're annotating and explain what his or her actions and words show about him or her. If you know a little about what will happen to the character later, hint at this in your description.

Next, describe Shakespeare's tone in the scene. Tone is the attitude an author is trying to convey through the details

It is true that prior to 1914 the united states often had been disturbed by events in other continents. we had even engaged in two wars with european nations and in a number of undeclared wars in the west indies, in the mediterranean and in the pacific for the maintenance of american rights and for the principles of peaceful commerce. but in no case had a serious threat been raised against our national safety or our continued independence. what is the theme of this excerpt? a. the responsibility for americans to avoid involvement in war. b. america’s history of international involvement. c. a new kind of threat to american security. d. america’s history as a peaceful nation.