ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

FAMOUS PLAYWRIGHT POET AND OTHERS

MACBETH

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What lie does Macbeth tell Banquo?
A
He heard that Duncan would name Banquo’s son king.
B
He doesn’t think about the witches anymore.
C
He heard Macduff plotting to kill Duncan.
D
He can’t sleep because he’s sick.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -What is Macbeth’s lie to Banquo about the witches’ predictions? When he says he doesn’t think about them, he really does because the witches told him he’ll be king by killing the king.

Detailed explanation-2: -Macbeth and Banquo are discussing the witches’ prophecies once again. Banquo has been dreaming about them, but Macbeth lies and says they’ve slipped his mind. He then tells Banquo to stick with him, and he’ll be rewarded in the future. Banquo agrees, so long as he gets to keep his conscience clear.

Detailed explanation-3: -1. What is Macbeth’s lie to Banquo about the witches’ predictions? He says he doesn’t even think about them.

Detailed explanation-4: -Macbeth says he has not thought about them. Banquo would like to discuss the matter with Macbeth.

Detailed explanation-5: -A servant rushes in with news that Birnam Wood is marching toward Dunsinane. Macbeth rushes to see for himself, and realizes the witches tricked him.

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