JAMB Literature in English 1981 Question 5

Question 5

Other Set Texts: Non-African Drama

After the murder of Duncan, Macbeth was still dissatisfied because

  1. A.he wanted to see the witches again
  2. B.he had only paved the way for Banquo's son
  3. C.he felt remorse
  4. D.Lady Macbeth could not sleep
  5. E.there was knocking at the gate.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (he had only paved the way for Banquo's son)

Explanation

The witches said Banquo's descendants would be kings, so Macbeth fears he has murdered only to make Banquo's sons kings.