ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

FAMOUS PLAYWRIGHT POET AND OTHERS

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In the play, “Macbeth, ” according to the witches, who will inherit the Scottish throne?
A
The children of Macbeth
B
The children of Banquo
C
The children of Macduff
D
The children of the witches
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The witches hail Macbeth first by his title Thane of Glamis, then as Thane of Cawdor and finally as king. They then prophesy that Banquo’s children will become kings. Macbeth demands to know more but the witches vanish.

Detailed explanation-2: -Duncan is the King of Scotland. He is a generous and well-liked ruler. Malcolm is King Duncan’s eldest son. Duncan names him heir to the throne during the play.

Detailed explanation-3: -Malcolm. Malcolm. Malcolm? is King Duncan’s eldest son, and is set to inherit the throne after Duncan’s death.

Detailed explanation-4: -The witches prophesy that Macbeth will be promoted twice: to Thane of Cawdor (a rank of the aristocracy bestowed by grateful kings) and King of Scotland. Banquo’s descendants will be kings, but Banquo isn’t promised any kingdom himself.

Detailed explanation-5: -Three “Weïrd Sisters” appear to Macbeth and his comrade Banquo after a battle and prophesy that Macbeth will be king and that the descendants of Banquo will also reign. When Macbeth arrives at his castle, he and Lady Macbeth plot to assassinate King Duncan, soon to be their guest, so that Macbeth can become king.

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