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Why is Macbeth angry that fleance escaped?

Macbeth is angry that Fleance escaped because Fleance is the son of Banquo, and the witches have prophesied that Banquo's descendants will be kings of Scotland. If Fleance escapes, then the witches' prophecy may still come true, and Macbeth's reign as king will be threatened.

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