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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. How does Lady Macbeth act when the king arrives at her castle in Act 1, Scene 6?
(a) Confused and nervous.
(b) Sweet and shy.
(c) Cold and harsh.
(d) Warm and inviting.

3. What does Lady Macbeth plan after hearing about the prophecy from the witches?
(a) A list of enemies.
(b) New legislation.
(c) The murder of the king.
(d) A feast.

4. What does Banquo wish to speak with Macbeth about on his first night in Macbeth's castle?
(a) The witches.
(b) Duncan.
(c) The battle.
(d) Lady Macbeth.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What do the witches sense in the air in Act 1, Scene 1?

3. What does Macbeth ask mighty Neptune for help with?

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

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

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