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How many apparitions do the witches show Macbeth?

AFour

BThree

CFive

DSix

Answer:

A. Four

Read Explanation:

In Macbeth, the witches show Macbeth four apparitions to predict his future: 

  • Armed head: Warns Macbeth to beware of Macduff

  • Bloody child: Tells Macbeth that no man born of woman will harm him

  • Crowned child with a tree: Tells Macbeth that he will not be defeated until Birnam Wood moves to Dunsinane

  • Line of kings: A procession of eight kings, with Banquo appearing last


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