Question

this question has two parts. first, answer part a. then, answer part b.
part a
read lines 58–62 of passage 1.
macbeth
... tell me, if your art
can tell so much: shall banquo’s issue ever
reign in this kingdom?
all
seek to know no more.
macbeth
i will be satisfied. deny me this,
and an eternal curse fall on you! let me know!
what can be inferred about macbeth from these lines?
○ he doubts the witches will tell him the truth.
○ he has the power to control the witches.
○ he wants to go to war with the witches.
○ he fears what the witches will predict.
part b
which of macbeth’s character traits supports the inference in part a?

Explanation:

Part A

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Option 1: The lines show Macbeth demanding answers, not doubting truthfulness. Eliminate.
• Option 2: Macbeth threatens a curse to get answers, implying he can pressure (control in a way) the witches. This fits as he uses a curse to force them to tell.
• Option 3: He threatens a curse, not war. Eliminate.
• Option 4: He wants to know, not fear the prediction. Eliminate.

The inference in Part A is that Macbeth can control the witches (via threat) to get answers. A trait like desperation for power (wanting to know about Banquo's issue to secure his own power) drives this behavior. He is willing to use a curse to get the prediction, showing his desperation for power.

Answer:

B. He has the power to control the witches.

Part B

(Note: Since Part B's options are not provided, assuming common traits. If we consider the inference from Part A (control/pressure), a trait like "ambitious" or "desperate for power" or "controlling" supports it. But as options are missing, if we assume typical options: For example, if options include "He is desperate for power (so he controls witches for answers)", that would be the answer. But with given info, we proceed based on Part A's inference. If we take the inference from Part A (he can control witches via threat), a trait like "determined to get what he wants" or "willing to use threats" supports it. )

(If we assume Part B options were, say:
A. He is loyal to the king.
B. He is desperate for power.
C. He is a skilled warrior.
D. He is kind - hearted.

Then the answer would be B. He is desperate for power, as his desire for power (knowing about Banquo's issue) makes him control the witches via threat.)