How do the similes in the sergeant's lines add to the
courageous mood in this part of the text?
By comparing Macbeth and Banquo to eagles and
lions, the similes show how boldly they fought the
enemy.
By comparing Macbeth and Banquo to sparrows and
hares, the similes show how they overcame great
odds.
O By comparing Macbeth and Banquo's attacks to
overcharged cannons, the similes imply they fought
until they were tired.
By comparing Macbeth and Banquo's onslaughts to
strokes, the similes imply they were as swift as
rowers in a boat.