Discuss the role of the witches in the play "Macbeth" by William Shakespeare.

Discuss the role of the witches in the play "Macbeth" by William Shakespeare.
Shakespeare has included the witches in the play for several reasons. First, these supernatural beings have an important part in the storyline of the play; without them the play would not be as exciting. Then, they are there to thrill and entertain the audience. Furthermore, Shakespeare included them to please King James. The witches also play a significant part in the moral of the play: witches are not to be trusted. Finally, Modern audiences still find the witches thrilling although many people no longer belie…