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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 title is Malcolm given after the battle is over?
(a) Thane of Cawdor.
(b) King of Scotland.
(c) Duke of Greenwich.
(d) Prince of Cumberland.

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

3. How is the Porter speaking of death when he first appears on stage?
(a) He is telling knock-knock jokes about death.
(b) He is whispering strange tales of ghosts and demons.
(c) He is delivering a serious sermon.
(d) He is weeping about dead relatives of his.

4. What did Lennox tell Macbeth about the night of Duncan's murder?
(a) He had never had a more peaceful night in his life.
(b) He had horrendous dreams.
(c) He was kept awake by strange noises and lamentations.
(d) He felt as if he had been drugged to sleep deep.

5. Where does Donalbain go after Duncan's death?
(a) France.
(b) Wales.
(c) Ireland.
(d) England.

Short Answer Questions

1. After the murders of Duncan and Banquo, what do the witches view Macbeth as?

2. What is Lady Macbeth's reaction when she is told of the king's death the morning after?

3. What happens to the original Thane of Cawdor?

4. What are the witches rebuked for the morning after Banquo's murder?

5. What does Macbeth say about killing Duncan after Duncan arrives at his castle?

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