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What does Banquo mean when he says he must 'keep my allegiance clear'?
Being loyal to any king, potentially making him an ally
How does Banquo's response to evil differ from Macbeth's?
Banquo questions the source of evil, while Macbeth succumbs to it
Why does Banquo question 'are you aught that man may question?' when confronted by the witches?
To highlight his suspicion towards their trustworthiness
What does Banquo's reaction 'what, can the devil speak true' suggest about him?
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How does Banquo's suspicious nature towards the witches impact his actions?
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In what way is Banquo's language described as 'non-committal'?
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According to the passage, what is Shakespeare's message to the audience?
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What is Banquo's flaw according to the passage?
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Why doesn't Banquo reveal the evil prophecy?
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How does Banquo view the Witches according to the passage?
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What does Banquo's resistance to the Witches' temptations represent?
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What does the use of terminology benefit in the exam, according to the passage?
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Why does Banquo suspect Macbeth?
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In what way does Banquo differ from Macbeth according to the text?
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Why does the text mention Banquo's loyalty throughout the play?
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How does Banquo's status compare to Macbeth's according to the Witches' prediction?
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What quality does Banquo possess that is highlighted by his obedience to God and the 'Great Chain of Being'?
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Why does the text compare Banquo to Iago from Shakespeare's 'Othello'?
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What is the significance of Banquo's ghost appearing at the banquet held by Macbeth and his wife?
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How does Banquo's relationship with Macbeth change over the course of the play?
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What is the significance of the Witches' prophecies in shaping the relationship between Macbeth and Banquo?
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How does the appearance of Banquo's ghost at the banquet contribute to the overall theme of guilt and paranoia in the play?
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What is the significance of the relationship between Macbeth and Banquo in the context of the play's exploration of ambition and power?
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How does the contrast between Macbeth and Banquo's responses to the Witches' prophecies contribute to the play's exploration of free will and determinism?
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What does the text reveal about Banquo's character?
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Why does Banquo tell Fleance to 'fly' and 'thou mayst avenge'?
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How does the text describe the relationship between Banquo and Fleance?
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What does Banquo's statement 'I dream'd last night of the three weird sisters' suggest?
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What does the text suggest about Shakespeare's potential oversight regarding the execution of the Thane of Cawdor?
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How does the text describe Macbeth's response to the Witches' prophecies?
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