Question

What does Macbeth hire three men to do?

• A. Spy on his enemies
• B. Kill Banquo and his son
• C. Guard the castle gates
• D. Steal from King Duncan

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Kill Banquo and his son

• In Macbeth, King Macbeth hires three assassins to kill Banquo and his son, Fleance.

• Macbeth does this after learning that Banquo suspects him of killing King Duncan.

• The witches had prophesied that Banquo's son would inherit the throne.