Using context clues, what is the meaning of the word "candles" and what effect does that have on the play? A. The night is cloudy, so no one can really see what is happening.
B. There are no stars, which could be considered candles in heaven, so heaven cannot see the sin happening on the earth below
C. The moon is not illuminating the heavens, so everyone up there is asleep.
D. The candles from the surrounding countryside are all out, so Macbeth can carry out the murder.