Macbeth, Part 1: Using Reading Strategies to Paraphrase
Question 3 of 15 • FL-1001345-English 2 CR
Read the excerpt from act 1, scene 2, of The Tragedy of Macbeth. Duncan. No more that Thane of Cawdor shall deceiveOur bosom interest. Go pronounce his present death,And with his former title greet Macbeth. Ross. I’ll see it done.
Answer
A
The thane of Cawdor will not be a problem anymore because he is dead. Take Macbeth and spread the news of our good fortune.
B
The thane of Cawdor has vowed not to lie anymore. Take him with you to announce that Macbeth died in the battle.
C
The thane of Cawdor informed me that Macbeth is a traitor. Go with him to pronounce Macbeth’s execution and the thane’s new title.
D
The thane of Cawdor will not be able to plot against us any further. Go announce his execution and give his title to Macbeth.