In what context does Macbeth make this speech?


"Out, out, brief candle!

Life's but a walking shadow, a poor player

That struts and frets his hour upon the stage

And then is heard no more."

A. He is surrounded by the enemy.
B. He learns of the death of his wife.
C. He dons his armor and brandishes his sword.
D. He is gathering his armies to march off to war.