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What does Macbeth recognize about Banquo, according to psychoanalytic literary theory?MACBETH:"’Tis much hedares,And to that dauntless temper of his mindHe hath a wisdom that doth guide his valorTo act in safety." (3.1.55-59)Elimination ToolSelect one answerABanquo suffers from an Oedipal complex.BUnlike the Macbeths, Banquo has a healthy ego.CBanquo's id has learned to restrain itself in certain situations.DBanquo's superego is prominent in his psyche.

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What does Macbeth recognize about Banquo, according to psychoanalytic literary theory?MACBETH:"’Tis much hedares,And to that dauntless temper of his mindHe hath a wisdom that doth guide his valorTo act in safety." (3.1.55-59)Elimination ToolSelect one answerABanquo suffers from an Oedipal complex.BUnlike the Macbeths, Banquo has a healthy ego.CBanquo's id has learned to restrain itself in certain situations.DBanquo's superego is prominent in his psyche.

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Based on the quote provided, Macbeth recognizes that Banquo has a wisdom that guides his bravery to act safely. In terms of psychoanalytic literary theory, this suggests that Banquo has a well-balanced psyche. He is not driven by unchecked desires (id) nor is he overly controlled by moral conscience (superego). Instead, he is able to make rational decisions that consider both his desires and moral obligations, which is characteristic of a healthy ego. Therefore, the answer is B: Unlike the Macbeths, Banquo has a healthy ego.

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