Who is King of Scotland at the start of the play, "Macbeth" ?

Correct answer: C. Duncan

  • A. Macbeth
  • B. Banquo
  • C. Duncan
  • D. Donalbain

Explanation

Duncan is the reigning King of Scotland when Macbeth begins. Macbeth becomes king only after Duncan’s murder, while Banquo is a nobleman and Donalbain is Duncan’s younger son.

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