How we cite our quotes: (Act.Scene.Line)
Quote #10
QUEEN MARGARET
If case some one of you would fly from us,
That there's no hoped-for mercy with the brothers
More than with ruthless waves, with sands and rocks.
Why, courage then! What cannot be avoided
'Twere childish weakness to lament or fear. (5.4.34-38)
Rally speech! Margaret calls any troops who run away cowards. It's a good tactic. No one wants to be called "chicken," especially in front of a bunch of warriors. She uses the idea of being weak as a way of encouraging her men to be strong before going into battle.