ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

FAMOUS PLAYWRIGHT POET AND OTHERS

MACBETH

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Macduff says that Macbeth’s actions show his “boundless intemperance.” Intemperance means ____
A
exhaustion
B
lack of restraint
C
terrible guilt
D
unfairness
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -He starts by saying that “boundless intemperance in nature is a tyranny.” This means that certain sins are bound to be forgiven, even if they are committed by kings.

Detailed explanation-2: -Macduff is comparing Macbeth to something inhuman and devilish. With blood of thine already. Than terms can give thee out. I can’t say anything: everything I want to say I’ll say with my sword.

Detailed explanation-3: -There is a hint that Macduff is suspicious of Macbeth when he informs Ross that he may see things well done there (line 37), that is, at Scone. This could suggest that Macduff believes Macbeth will become a tyrant in the future.

Detailed explanation-4: -Tyrant, show thy face! If thou beest slain, and with no stroke of mine, My wife and children’s ghosts will haunt me still.

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