Question
Why do the witches say Banquo will be "lesser than Macbeth, but greater"?
a
Because he has less responsibilities so he has more time to grow his Kingdom
b
Because he has to bow down to Macbeth but he has more land
c
Because he may not be King but his sons will so his name will ultimately be greater
d
Because he has less titles but more happiness
a
Because he has less responsibilities so he has more time to grow his Kingdom
b
Because he has to bow down to Macbeth but he has more land
c
Because he may not be King but his sons will so his name will ultimately be greater
d
Because he has less titles but more happiness
Answers
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The correct answer is: **c Because he may not be King but his sons will so his name will ultimately be greater.**
In "Macbeth," the witches prophesy that Banquo's descendants will be kings even though he himself will not attain the throne. This indicates that while Banquo is "lesser" in a direct sense (not holding the title of king), his legacy will be greater because his lineage will lead to future kingship.
In "Macbeth," the witches prophesy that Banquo's descendants will be kings even though he himself will not attain the throne. This indicates that while Banquo is "lesser" in a direct sense (not holding the title of king), his legacy will be greater because his lineage will lead to future kingship.