Question

In line 56, what does the third apparition mean by saying, "Be lion–mettled"? *
A. Wear coats of lion's fur.
B. Be strong like a big cat.
C. Roar loudly.
D. Act like a king.

THIRD APPARITION. Be lion-mettled, proud, and take no care. Who chafes, who frets, or where conspirers are.
line 56

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Be strong like a big cat.

Explanation:

• This is an except in which it is said that Macbeth needs to be brave during the coming events.
• His main opponent Macduff is approaching and that is why Macbeth needs to prepare himself and defend the throne.
• He needs to be strong and brave like a lion if he wants to preserve the throne.