ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

FAMOUS PLAYWRIGHT POET AND OTHERS

MACBETH

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Where is Malcolm at the end of Act III?
A
Scotland
B
England
C
Spain
D
Ireland
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Malcolm and Macduff are doing a pretty good job of convincing the oh-so gracious and “pious” King Edward of England, along with some English noblemen, to help them in the fight against Macbeth, the tyrant.

Detailed explanation-2: -We learn that Macduff has fled to England, where he’s joined up with Malcolm. They’re trying to get the King of England on board with a plan to overthrow Macbeth. The unnamed Lord also tells Lennox that Macbeth has heard these rumors and is prepping for all out war.

Detailed explanation-3: -Upon Duncan’s death, Malcolm and Donalbain flee from Scotland, fearing that they will suffer a fate similar to Duncan. This is perceived as guilt, and they are blamed for Duncan’s murder. He is later seen hiding in England with Macduff, where he tests Macduff’s loyalty to Scotland and to him by lying about himself.

Detailed explanation-4: -Act 3 Scene 3 The murderers attack Banquo and Fleance. Fleance manages to escape and Banquo shouts after him, ‘Thou mayst revenge!’ and Banquo is killed. The murderers decide to return to the castle and tell Macbeth.

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