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?
Answer
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.
Explanation
Macbeth is glad Banquo will be away until nightfall because the darkness will help conceal the murder he has arranged. Macbeth fears Banquo and suspects that Banquo’s descendants will inherit the throne, so he hires murderers to kill Banquo and Fleance. The correct choice is “Macbeth wants Banquo killed under cover of darkness.”
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