Question

How does Macbeth feel about Fleance getting away unharmed?

• A. It leaves him vulnerable.
• B. He is relieved and feels lucky.
• C. He is indifferent and doesn't care.
• D. He is overjoyed and optimistic.

Answer 1

Answer:

A. It leaves him vulnerable.

• When Fleance escapes unharmed, Macbeth feels deeply troubled and fearful, as he sees it as a direct threat to his power and the fulfillment of the witches' prophecy, knowing that as long as Fleance lives.