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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Scene 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Lady Macbeth want to frame for Duncan's murder?
(a) Lennox.
(b) A servant.
(c) His chamberlains.
(d) Malcolm.

2. What does Macbeth say about killing Duncan after Duncan arrives at his castle?
(a) It is not the time.
(b) It must be done soon.
(c) He must not be seen as the culprit.
(d) He cannot do it himself.

3. What two reasons does Macbeth give for not wanting to kill Duncan?
(a) Lady Macbeth is crazy, and Duncan loves them both.
(b) Duncan is the king and Macbeth loves him.
(c) Macbeth is his host and he is a kinsman.
(d) The prophecy will come true on its own, and he is likely to be caught.

4. Who is to be the new Thane of Cawdor?
(a) Lennox.
(b) Malcolm.
(c) Macbeth.
(d) Duncan.

5. How are Malcolm and Duncan related?
(a) Malcolm and Duncan are cousins.
(b) Duncan is Malcolm's son.
(c) Malcolm is Duncan's nephew.
(d) Malcom is Duncan's son.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Macbeth say the people would do if Duncan were killed?

2. What is Lady Macbeth assured of after Banquo rides away from the castle in Act 3, Scene 2?

3. What do the witches plan to harvest from the moon?

4. What news does Macbeth choose to not tell his wife after Banquo rides away from the castle in Act 3, Scene 2?

5. Who do the witches meet with the morning after Banquo's murder?

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