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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Act 1, Scene 2, why does the sergeant not finish telling Duncan of the battle?
(a) He faints from loss of blood.
(b) He is too overcome with emotion.
(c) He dies.
(d) He falls asleep.

2. What does Malcolm tell Duncan of the Thane of Cawdor just before the new Thane is named?
(a) He is still dangerous even in death.
(b) He died with dignity.
(c) He ran like a dog.
(d) His men still honor him.

3. What did Macbeth do to Macdonwald?
(a) Cut off his head.
(b) Poisoned him.
(c) Ripped him in half with his sword.
(d) Stabbed him in the heart.

4. Where does Duncan decide to camp at the beginning of the play?
(a) Florence.
(b) Innerwith.
(c) Triamond.
(d) Forres.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What title does Duncan hold?

2. How many witches are there?

3. What is Macbeth's first reaction to the witches?

4. Who do the witches plan to meet after parting in Act 1, Scene 1?

5. Who of the following is NOT found in Act 1, Scene 2?

(see the answer key)

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