The following question is based on act i of “the tragedy of macbeth” by william shakespeare.

throughout act i of the tragedy of macbeth, macbeth’s plans and actions seem to be motivated most of all by

a.

his lust for wealth.

c.

his wife’s encouragement.

b.

the support of the witches.

d.

the advice of banquo.

select the best answer from the choices provided

Based on Act I, of "The Tragedy of Macbeth", by William Shakespeare, Macbeth's plans and actions seem to be motivated most of all by his wife's encouragement. Lady Macbeth has no doubt as to what is to be done. Macbeth must be king and she encourages him to murder King Duncan. When Macbeth wants to go no further  she says that he will only be a man if he murders the king.

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