In which Shakespearean play do we find the character of Banquo?

Correct option is E

The correct play is "Macbeth". Banquo is a character in William Shakespeare's "Macbeth", a noble Scottish general whose ghost haunts Macbeth, reflecting Macbeth's guilt and fear after he murders King Duncan to seize the throne. Therefore option (e) is correct

Information Booster

1. Macbeth was written around 1606 and is one of Shakespeare’s shortest tragedies.
2. Banquo’s character is thought to be inspired by historical figures, although his depiction was altered to please King James I, who claimed ancestry from Banquo.
3. The witches’ prophecy about Banquo highlights the themes of fate and ambition.
4. Banquo’s ghost appears in the banquet scene, a pivotal moment that reveals Macbeth’s unraveling psyche.
5. The role of Banquo has been interpreted differently in various adaptations, emphasizing themes of loyalty and betrayal.

Additional Knowledge

(a) Hamlet

• Hamlet is a tragedy centered on Prince Hamlet’s quest for revenge against his uncle Claudius, who murdered his father.
• Notable characters: Ophelia, Polonius, and Laertes.
• Themes include revenge, madness, and mortality.

(b) Othello

• Othello is a tragedy about love, jealousy, and betrayal.
• The central conflict revolves around Othello, Desdemona, and Iago’s manipulations.
• Key themes include racial prejudice and the destructive power of jealousy.

(c) King Lear

• King Lear is a tragedy that explores themes of power, loyalty, and familial relationships.
• The story focuses on King Lear’s division of his kingdom among his daughters and the subsequent chaos.
• Notable characters: Cordelia, Goneril, and Edmund.