When the characters of banquo and macbeth are introduced in act i of the tragedy of macbeth, they appear quite similar in rank, loyalties, and character. however, as the act progresses, the two characters begin to diverge. write an essay comparing and contrasting macbeth and banquo in this act. how do they seem alike? at what point do they first diverge? give illustrations of their similarities and differences from act i to support your position.