At the beginning of the play, the Scots are at war with which country ?
Correct answer: A. Norway
- A. Norway
- B. Prussia
- C. Iceland
- D. Poland
Explanation
At the opening of Macbeth, Scotland is resisting an invasion by Norway, led by King Sweno, while the traitor Macdonwald also threatens Duncan’s rule. The Norwegian attack is the country named in the options.
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