ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

FAMOUS PLAYWRIGHT POET AND OTHERS

MACBETH

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is Banquo’s son called?
A
Fleance
B
Malcolm
C
Donalbain
D
Lennox
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Fleance is the son of Banquo. Macbeth sees him as a threat because of the weird sisters’ prophecy that Banquo’s descendants will rule Scotland one day. While Fleance is alive, Macbeth can never truly be sure of his security as king.

Detailed explanation-2: -At the same time, they tell Banquo that his descendants will also be king one day. Because of this, Macbeth feels threatened by Banquo and decides to kill him and his son Fleance. However, Fleance escapes the murder. By the end of the play, we do not yet know where Fleance is, but many assume that he is in Scotland.

Detailed explanation-3: -Fleance. Banquo’s son, who survives Macbeth’s attempt to murder him. At the end of the play, Fleance’s whereabouts are unknown. Presumably, he may come to rule Scotland, fulfilling the witches’ prophecy that Banquo’s sons will sit on the Scottish throne.

Detailed explanation-4: -Fleance Banquo’s son, who, by escaping Macbeth’s plot on his life, will go on to be father to a line of kings.

Detailed explanation-5: -Shakespearean Baby Names Meaning: In Shakespearean Baby Names the meaning of the name Fleance is: The Tragedy of Macbeth’ Banquo’s son.

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