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Critical Reading The following question is based on your reading of Macbeth, Act III. When Act III of The Tragedy of MacBeth begins, Banquo says that he knows

A
he himself will one day be king.
B
Macbeth killed Duncan.
C
Macbeth plans to kill him.
D
he himself will not be attending the banquet that evening.
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Critical Reading The following question is based on your reading of Macbeth, Act III. In the Tragedy of Macbeth, from the beginning of Act I to the end of Act III, what major change do we see in Macbeth?

A
He is quick to use treachery to suit his needs.
B
He enjoys a warm and respectful relationship with his comrades.
C
He has a more loving relationship with Lady Macbeth.
D
He makes use of logical advice in all his decisions.
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Critical Reading The following question is based on your reading of Macbeth, Act III. In The Tragedy of MacBeth, Act III, Scene i, what does Macbeth say to the two murderers to persuade them to kill Banquo?

A
That as a reward he will make them as rich as kings.
B
That it is their duty to help Macbeth with anything he asks.
C
That Banquo has been the cause of all their misery.
D
That they will be immune from prosecution forever.
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Critical Reading The following question is based on your reading of Macbeth, Act III. In The Tragedy of MacBeth, Act III, Scene i, Macbeth says he fears Banquo for which of the following reasons?

A
Banquo has noble qualities that make him worthy of being king.
B
Macbeth believes Banquo's good looks will gain him the crown.
C
Macbeth overhears Banquo plotting against him and Lady Macbeth.
D
Banquo always carries weapons with him.
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Critical Reading The following question is based on your reading of Macbeth, Act III. In The Tragedy of MacBeth, Act III, Scene i, why is Macbeth glad that Banquo will not return to the palace until nightfall?

A
Macbeth wants to surprise Banquo with a gift.
B
Lady Macbeth needs more time to set up the grand banquet in Banquo's honor.
C
Macbeth wants Banquo killed under cover of darkness.
D
Macbeth believes that Banquo will become lost if his journey is delayed.

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