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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. Where do the witches go after Scotland's battle is over?
(a) A cave.
(b) The desert.
(c) The sea shore.
(d) A heath.

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

3. How many witches are there?
(a) Six.
(b) Five.
(c) Four.
(d) Three.

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

5. Who are the first characters to appear in this play?
(a) Three Witches.
(b) Messengers.
(c) Macbeth and Duncan.
(d) Soldiers.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do the witches say are their greatest pleasure in life?

2. What kind of land is featured in Act 1, Scene 1?

3. Who offends the first witch in Act 1, Scene 3?

4. Who is assisting the main enemy of Scotland at the time of this play?

5. In Act 1, Scene 2, why does the sergeant not finish telling Duncan of the battle?

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