Question

3 multiple choice 1 point read the following from act i, scene iii (chunk 5): macbeth: aside if chance will have me king, why, chance may crown me, without my stir. banquo: new honors come upon him like our strange garments cleave not to their mould but with the aid of use. which statement best describes how the metaphor in these lines establishes the mood? (r.3.1) the comparison of clothing to a body they are not meant for creates a disheartened mood. the comparison of clothing to a body they are not meant for creates a light hearted mood. the comparison of honors to clothes that don’t fit creates an uncomfortable mood. the comparison of honors to clothes that don’t fit creates a frustrated mood.

Explanation:

Banquo's metaphor compares honors to ill - fitting clothes. Ill - fitting clothes (honors) create an uncomfortable feeling. Disheartened implies sadness, light - hearted implies happiness, and frustrated implies being annoyed. Uncomfortable is the most appropriate mood description for ill - fitting clothes (honors).

Answer:

The comparison of honors to clothes that don’t fit creates an uncomfortable mood.