What does Macbeth's vision of Banquo's ghost show about Macbeth's state of mind?A.That he wants to catch Banquo's murdererB.That he feels guilty about having Banquo killedC.That he is confident of getting away with the murderD.That he is worried that Fleance will avenge hi

Throughout the play, Macbeth sees visions or hears things. These include:A bloody daggerKnockingA voice telling him he’s murdered sleepBanquo’s ghostLady Macbeth also has visions of blood on her hands in Act V, Scene IThese hallucinations are all representations of guiltMacbeth feels conflicted even before he murders Duncan, and so sees the bloody dagger floating in front of him just before he commits regicide by murdering King DuncanThe repeated knocking and voice telling Macbeth he’s murdered sleep represent the lack of peace the character will experience from now onEven Lady Macbeth – who was so resolved to kill Duncan – eventually sees visions of blood on her hands: a metaphor for her responsibility for his murder, and her guilt

What does Macbeth recognize about Banquo, according to psychoanalytic literary theory?MACBETH:"’Tis much hedares,And to that dauntless temper of his mindHe hath a wisdom that doth guide his valorTo act in safety." (3.1.55-59)Elimination ToolSelect one answerABanquo suffers from an Oedipal complex.BUnlike the Macbeths, Banquo has a healthy ego.CBanquo's id has learned to restrain itself in certain situations.DBanquo's superego is prominent in his psyche.

Quote further evidence of Macbeth’s state of mind.What statement does Macbeth make that suggests Lady Macbeth is unaware of Macbeth’s plan to kill Banquo and Fleance?What does Macbeth’s statement indicate about their relationship as co-conspirators and about Lady Macbeth’s influence on Macbeth?

What is the “vision” Macbeth sees before him? Outline in your own words the thoughts that fill Macbeth’s mind.

According to Macbeth in Act 3, Scene 1, why can't he kill Banquo himself?Elimination ToolSelect one answerAMacbeth is too afraid of Banquo's bravery and power.BThey have too many common and powerful friends who would be upset if Macbeth killed Banquo.CMacbeth, despite these plans, still loves Banquo as a friend and cannot bear to do the deed himself.DThere are too many reasons why, Macbeth claims, which the murderers would not understand.