ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

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FAMOUS PLAYWRIGHT POET AND OTHERS

MACBETH

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
In the play’s first act, Duncan’s attitude toward Macbeth is best described as ____
A
respectful and kind
B
suspicious and aloof
C
ungrateful and rude
D
gracious and forgiving
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Duncan is gracious toward Macbeth and is grateful for his loyalty to him. Duncan shows his gratefulness by making him thane of Cawdor.

Detailed explanation-2: -How does King Duncan feel towards Macbeth and Banquo? He thinks Macbeth is a brave fighter, he respects them.

Detailed explanation-3: -Macbeth is introduced in the play as a warrior hero, whose fame on the battlefield wins him great honor from the king. Essentially, though, he is a human being whose private ambitions are made clear to the audience through his asides and soliloquies (solo speeches).

Detailed explanation-4: -What Macbeth’s attitude towards the witches in 4.1 as compared to Act 1? In act 1, they are frightening to Macbeth. But in 4.1 they summon apparitions that give him confidence that he will become king.

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