ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

FAMOUS PLAYWRIGHT POET AND OTHERS

MACBETH

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is Macbeth’s response when Lennox shows him an empty chair at their table?
A
“The table’s full.”
B
“I don’t like those chairs”
C
He faints
D
“I am not hungry any more ____ “
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Macbeth finds out that Banquo has been murdered, but that his son has escaped. As Macbeth heads back to eat at his banquet table, he finds his seat has been taken by none other than the ghost of Banquo. He freaks out at the sight, and Lady Macbeth dismisses it as a momentary fit.

Detailed explanation-2: -The guests urge Macbeth to sit and eat with them but Macbeth says that the table is full. When Lennox points to Macbeth’s empty seat, Macbeth is shocked to see Banquo’s ghost. He addresses the ghost, saying, “Thou canst not say I did it. Never shake / Thy gory locks at me” (49-50).

Detailed explanation-3: -Macbeth responds with guilt and fear when he sees the ghost sitting in his chair. He commands the ghost to leave, worrying his guests, who cannot see it.

Detailed explanation-4: -How does Lennox describe the night, and what is M.’s response? Lennox describes the night as unruly, windy, and strange screams of death, M. responds with “ ‘Twas a rough night."

Detailed explanation-5: -Banquo’s Ghost During the banquet, Macbeth sees the ghost of Banquo sitting at his place at the table. He is horrified. Lady Macbeth reassures the guests that it is a momentary fit and tells Macbeth to stop. The ghost disappears and Macbeth is calm.

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