Question

Why do Malcom and Donalbain run away from the court?

• A. They fear that they are next to be murdered.
• B. They want to gather support to challenge Macbeth.
• C. They have been accused of their father's murder and need to escape.
• D. They seek assistance from neighboring countries to reclaim the throne.

Answer 1

Answer:

A. They fear that they are next to be murdered.

• In Macbeth, Malcolm and Donalbain flee the court after learning of their father's murder because they fear for their own lives.

• They believe they may be next to be murdered and that no one is trustworthy.