Question

read lines 25–31 from the scene
(25) than wishest should be undone. hie thee hither,
that i may pour my spirits in thine ear;
and chastise with the valour of my tongue
all that impedes thee from the golden round,
which fate and metaphysical aid doth seem
(30) to have thee crownd withal.
(enter a messenger)
what is your tidings?
what does lady macbeth mean by \metaphysical aid\ in line 29 of the passage?
a. destiny
b. labor
c. nature
d. witchcraft

Explanation:

To determine the meaning of "metaphysical aid" in the context of Macbeth, we analyze the options. In the play, the witches (who use witchcraft) provide prophecies (metaphysical, beyond physical) aiding Macbeth's path to the throne. "Destiny" is related but "metaphysical aid" here refers to the supernatural help from witches, i.e., witchcraft. "Labor" and "nature" don't fit the supernatural/metaphysical context of the play's witches' influence.

Answer:

D. witchcraft