ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

FAMOUS PLAYWRIGHT POET AND OTHERS

MACBETH

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
King Duncan decides to make Macbeth Thane of Cawdor because ____
A
the last Thane of Cawdor went mad
B
Macbeth fought heroically for him
C
the witches told him to
D
the last Thane of Cawdor died
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -A captain reports having seen Macbeth and Banquo fight bravely against the rebels and, in particular, Macbeth killed the traitorous MacDonwald. As a reward, King Duncan determines to give Macbeth the title of Thane of Cawdor and sends Ross as his messenger to deliver to news to Macbeth.

Detailed explanation-2: -He then informs Duncan that Macbeth has defeated the King of Norway and the traitor Cawdor. King Duncan is overjoyed and announces that he will give Cawdor’s title to Macbeth as a reward.

Detailed explanation-3: -The witches’ first prophecy comes true and King Duncan makes Macbeth Thane of Cawdor.

Detailed explanation-4: -Duncan felt about the Thane of Cawdor was, happiness because he can now move on to the new heir to the throne. Duncan’s character reveals he has a soft spot for others and he is generous to Macbeth and Banquo.

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