Read this short text (this is the beginning of Macbeth ) for May 25th

After a battle in Scotland, Macbeth and his friend Banquo meet three witches, who make three prophecies- Macbeth will be a thane (a title in Scotland) , Macbeth will be king and Banquo’s sons will be kings. 
 Soon afterwards, King Duncan names Macbeth Thane of Cawdor as a reward for his success in the recent battles. The promotion seems to support the prophecy. The King then proposes to make a brief visit that night to Macbeth's castle at Inverness. Lady Macbeth receives news from her husband about the prophecy and his new title. She vows to help him become king by whatever means are necessary..