According to Macbeth in Act 3, Scene 1, why can't he kill Banquo himself?Elimination ToolSelect one answerAMacbeth is too afraid of Banquo's bravery and power.BThey have too many common and powerful friends who would be upset if Macbeth killed Banquo.CMacbeth, despite these plans, still loves Banquo as a friend and cannot bear to do the deed himself.DThere are too many reasons why, Macbeth claims, which the murderers would not understand.

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.

What does Macbeth's vision of Banquo's ghost show about Macbeth's state of mind?A.That he wants to catch Banquo's murdererB.That he feels guilty about having Banquo killedC.That he is confident of getting away with the murderD.That he is worried that Fleance will avenge hi

Why might you conclude that Macbeth's character is not all bad?A.Because he hesitates to kill the king and provides many reasons why he shouldn't kill himB.Because he immediately tells the witches that their predictions are disloyal and falseC.Because he refuses to allow his wife, Lady Macbeth, to force him to kill the kingD.Because he wants to make sure that the king is killed quickly and with as little pain as possible

Which TWO quotes best show how the character of Banquo is different from Macbeth?Elimination ToolSelect all that applyA"His wonders and his praises do contendWhich should be thine or his." (1.3.96-97)B"So I lose noneIn seeking to augment it, but still keepMy bosom franchised and allegiance clear" (2.1.36-38)C"He hath a wisdom that doth guide his valorTo act in safety." (3.1.58-59)D"Worthy to be a rebel, for to thatThe multiplying villanies of natureDo swarm upon him" (1.2.12-14)

What reason does Macduff give for wanting to be the one to kill Macbeth?Elimination ToolSelect one answerAHe must atone for the sin of leaving his family unprotected.BHe has the most to grieve from Macbeth's actions.CHe intends to take Macbeth's place as king.DHis wife and children will haunt him if he doesn't try.