Banquo profile

• Who suspects Macbeth of murdering Duncan?

  Banquo
• How does Banquo react to Macbeth's actions?

  He suspects Macbeth but takes no action
• What does Banquo's ambition reveal about his character?

  He is ambitious but remains honorable
• How does Banquo differ from Macbeth in terms of ambition?

  Banquo does not act on his ambition
• What does Banquo choose over power when offered honors by Macbeth?

  He chooses to keep his allegiance clear
• How does Banquo view the Witches compared to Macbeth?

  He is cautious and questions their intentions
• What does Banquo say about the Witches' favours?

  He is neither beg nor fear their favours
• What does Banquo's dream about the Witches suggest?

  He is still thinking about their predictions
• What does Banquo's suspicion of Macbeth indicate about his character?

  He is perceptive and cautious
• What does Banquo say when he realizes Macbeth's betrayal?

  He exclaims "O, treachery!"
• Compare the ambitions of Macbeth and Banquo.

  • Both are ambitious and curious about the Witches
  • Banquo discounts the Witches' prophecies
  • Banquo desires kingship for his descendants without murder
  • Macbeth acts on his ambition selfishly
• How does Banquo's character serve as a foil to Macbeth?

  Banquo remains honorable despite ambition
• What title does Banquo hold like Macbeth?

  Thane
• What does Banquo's wisdom suggest about his actions in battle?

  He acts for good before taking action
• What does Banquo's choice to not act on his ambition reveal?

  He values morality over personal gain
• How does Banquo's cautious behavior contrast with Macbeth's?

  Banquo questions the Witches, Macbeth trusts them
• What does Banquo remind himself about his future?

  He will be the root and father of kings
• How does Macbeth perceive Banquo as a threat?

  He fears Banquo more than anyone else