8G Mrs Mehta 'Relationship with Parents: Communication' By Carla Wilson How would you feel if your father died would you hide in the shadows with despair? Or live up to your full potential with purpose? In the novel, Macbeth and Son, the issue of teenagers communicating with parents was revealed. The two protagonists, Luke and Lulach, lived a thousand years apart, they faced the fear of many children, the death of a father. It took away a part of them, a part of their purpose, shattering memories and replacing them with a step-father. Luke thought of his step-father as…show more content… Luke was harshly telling Sam he was stupid. This was because of the way Sam was communicating to Luke and the actions he was taking towards difficult situations. Lulach although, was disappointed with his new father and wanted his real father back," This was the man who'd taken his Father's place" (French 2006 P.30). The verb "taken" is indicating to the reader that Lulach had thought of Macbeth as a thief rather than a positive role model. Both quotes show both Luke and Lulach had difficulties with their parents although it seems Morden day issues aren't as intense as historical problems. The reader then understands that teenagers may have a difficult times communicating with their parents. In Macbeth and Son, the language features used were clearly displayed in relationship tensions. Lulach wasn't sure what he thought of Macbeth, a thief, stepfather or a hero. Macbeth helped him make up his mind by his actions and communication,"Am I really a son to him?" (French 2006, P43), is indicating Lulach was surprised by the way Macbeth spoke to him. Although 10000 years forward Luke sat at the dinner table trying to avoid looking at Sam. "Dinner was quiet. Luke avoided looking at Sam as he
