In Shakespeare's Macbeth, which tragic flaw most directly leads to Macbeth's downfall?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. Ambition left unchecked
- Step 1: Macbeth acts on the witches' prophecy and Lady Macbeth's urging. Step 2. His unchecked ambition leads to the murder of Duncan. Answer: ambition. Why not the others: The other flaws are not the cause of his downfall in the play.
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