ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

FAMOUS PLAYWRIGHT POET AND OTHERS

MACBETH

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
How does Macbeth persuade the two murderers to kill Banquo?
A
He promises to make them officials in his court.
B
He offers them a large amount of money.
C
He guarantees that they will not be punished for the murder.
D
He reminds them that Banquo has caused all their troubles.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The men Macbeth summoned appear on the scene, and it is revealed that they are actually murderers whom Macbeth has hired to kill Banquo. Macbeth reminds the murderers of the plan, insisting they make sure to kill Fleance as well.

Detailed explanation-2: -Why does he want these people dead? Macbeth hires murderers to kill Banquo and Fleance. He wants Banquo dead because he is suspicious that Macbeth killed Duncan to become king. Macbeth wants Fleance dead because he is Banquo’s son and it is prophesized that Banquo’s children will be king.

Detailed explanation-3: -For what reasons does Macbeth want Banquo murdered? He wants Banquo murdered because he sees him as a treat, He does not want him to get in the way during his rule as king, but also, he does not want Banquo’s prophecy coming true as Banquo’s children are predicted to take the throne.

Detailed explanation-4: -She convinces him to go through with the deed.

Detailed explanation-5: -Macbeth Act 3 Scene 1-The plan to murder Banquo, Macbeth’s second crime.

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