Question 9 • English 2 Sem 2 (10013400) BCPS 2025-26
Read the excerpt from act 4, scene 3 of The Tragedy of Macbeth. Malcolm talks with Macduff about joining the other men who are ready to fight for Scotland.Malcolm. Whither indeed, before thy here-approach,Old Siward, with ten thousand warlike men,Already at a point, was setting forth.Now we’ll together; and the chance of goodnessBe like our warranted quarrel! Why are you silent?
Answer
A
Malcolm feels that they should focus on being better men rather than fighting against Macbeth.
B
Malcolm thinks his people should stop thinking about fighting like the other men and instead focus on solutions.
C
Malcolm feels they should join forces with the other men instead of fighting on their own.
D
Malcolm believes their reason for fighting is just, and hopes they have a great chance of success because of this.