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Why do King Duncan’s sons Malcolm and Donalbain flee to England after their father is murdered?
Malcolm and Donalbain fled to England after their father was murdered to protect themselves from being the next target and also to gather support to avenge their father's death. 
Why does Mercutio fight Tybalt?
Mercutio fights Tybalt to defend Romeo's honor and because of their long-standing feud.
How does the Witches’ prophecy about Banquo come true?
Banquo's descendants become kings, fulfilling the prophecy that he himself would not, but his heirs would reign.
What are the sexual norms of the World State?
The sexual norms of the World State are highly promiscuous and encouraged without the presence of emotional attachment.
Why do the Youngers decide to go through with the move?
The Youngers decide to go through with the move to improve their living conditions and pursue better opportunities.
Why does Odysseus fail to reveal his identity to Penelope when they are first reunited?
Odysseus fails to reveal his identity to Penelope when they are first reunited because he wants to test her loyalty and make sure she still loves him after he has been gone for so many years.
Why does Amir sometimes treat Hassan badly in childhood?
Amir treats Hassan badly in childhood because of his own insecurities and jealousy towards Hassan's close relationship with his father and their social class difference.
Why does Pip become ashamed of Joe?
Pip becomes ashamed of Joe because he feels that Joe is not refined or sophisticated enough to fit in with his new social circle.
Why doesn’t the goddess Athena get Odysseus home sooner?
Athena delays Odysseus's journey home in "The Odyssey" to allow him to mature and develop essential skills and abilities.
Why isn’t Curley’s wife’s name ever revealed?
Curley's wife's name is never revealed in the novel Of Mice and Men because she is primarily viewed through the men's perspectives and is not seen as an important individual in her own right.
Why does Rahim Khan lie about the American couple?
Rahim Khan lies about the American couple in "The Kite Runner" to protect Amir from guilt and disgrace.
Why didn’t Tim O’Brien try to evade the draft by going to Canada?
Tim O'Brien considered going to Canada to evade the draft in "The Things They Carried," but decided against it as he felt it would be dishonorable.
What happens to Clarisse?
Clarisse's character in "Fahrenheit 451" is different from the other characters in their society, and she becomes a source of enlightenment and danger to Guy.
What happens to Tod Clifton after he leaves the Brotherhood?
Tod Clifton is shot and killed by a white police officer.
Why does the Black community of Cincinnati keep their distance from 124?
The Black community in "Beloved" distances itself from 124 Bluestone Road due to the house's traumatic history and its inhabitants' neglect and isolation.
What is the significance of Trinculo and Stephano?
They are minor comic relief characters in Shakespeare's play "The Tempest."
What causes tension between John and Elizabeth Proctor?
John's affair with Abigail Williams causes tension between him and Elizabeth Proctor.
Why does O’Brien become angry at Bobby Jorgenson and eventually want to get revenge on him?
O'Brien becomes angry at Bobby Jorgenson because Jorgenson failed to provide proper medical treatment for O'Brien's gunshot wound, resulting in a painful and prolonged recovery. O'Brien eventually wants to get revenge on him due to the resentment he feels towards Jorgenson's incompetence.
Are the witches in Macbeth real?
In the context of the play Macbeth, the witches are a fictional creation used by Shakespeare as a plot device.
Why does Catherine marry Edgar?
Catherine marries Edgar for his social status and financial security.
Why does Jim run away?
Jim runs away because he is trying to escape slavery.
Why does Marlow lie to Kurtz’s Intended?
Marlow lies to Kurtz's Intended to protect her from the truth about Kurtz's last words and actions.
