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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. 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.

2. Who owns the victory of the battle between Scotland and its main enemy?
(a) The Thane of Cawdor.
(b) The Norwegian King.
(c) Macbeth.
(d) Duncan.

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

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

5. What must the loser of the battle between Scotland and it's enemy do in order to bury their dead men?
(a) Release their prisoners.
(b) Steal the bodies in the night.
(c) Pay a tribute.
(d) Beg for mercy.

Short Answer Questions

1. How are Banquo and Fleance related?

2. How are Malcolm and Duncan related?

3. What title does Duncan hold?

4. Who is sent for to help the wounded sergeant in Act 1, Scene 2?

5. Who is to be the new Thane of Cawdor?

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