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

2. What does Macbeth say the people would do if Duncan were killed?
(a) Go on with their lives.
(b) Cry.
(c) Seek justice.
(d) Fight.

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

4. How is Lady Macbeth told of the king's murder the morning after?
(a) A bell is tolled.
(b) A servant goes to her room.
(c) She sees him in his room.
(d) Macbeth informs her in private.

5. What do the witches plan to show Macbeth the morning after Banquo's murder?
(a) A prophecy of lies.
(b) His destiny.
(c) His future disgrace.
(d) His sins.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Macbeth plotting to kill Banquo at all?

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

3. What title is Malcolm given after the battle is over?

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

5. What happens to the original Thane of Cawdor?

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