Question

Why is Fleance blamed for Banquo's death?

• A. he was seen holding the murder weapon
• B. he fled the scene, which makes him look guilty
• C. he had a known feud with Banquo
• D. he confessed to the murder later

Answer 1

Answer:

B. he fled the scene, which makes him look guilty

• In Macbeth, Macbeth hires three assassins to kill Banquo and his son, Fleance, because he fears Banquo's descendants will take the throne.

• The three assassins kill Banquo, but Fleance escapes.