Read the excerpt from act 1, scene 3 of The Tragedy Macbeth.Macbeth. [Aside.] Glamis, and Thane of Cawdor:The greatest is behind. [To ROSS and ANGUS.] Thanks for your pains.[To BANQUO.] Do you not hope your children shall be kings,When those that gave the Thane of Cawdor to mePromis’d no less to them?
Answer
A
He makes a logical appeal to Ross and Angus that proves why he deserves the title of thane of Cawdor.
B
He makes an emotional appeal to Ross and Angus that details why he is worthy of the title of thane of Cawdor.
C
He makes an emotional appeal to Banquo to ask about the aspirations he has for his offspring.
D
He makes a logical appeal to Banquo by giving evidence of who the rightful heir to the throne is.
Explanation
Macbeth turns to Banquo and asks whether he hopes that Banquo’s children will become kings, recalling the witches’ promise. The question appeals to Banquo’s hopes for his children; it does not argue that Macbeth deserves his title or identify the rightful heir. Choice C best describes this exchange.
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