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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What does Macbeth say the people would do if Duncan were killed?
(a) Fight.
(b) Seek justice.
(c) Cry.
(d) Go on with their lives.

3. How are Malcolm and Duncan related?
(a) Malcolm is Duncan's nephew.
(b) Duncan is Malcolm's son.
(c) Malcolm and Duncan are cousins.
(d) Malcom is Duncan's son.

4. What color does Macbeth say he shall make the green sea?
(a) Blue.
(b) Red.
(c) White.
(d) Black.

5. What is Lady Macbeth's reaction when she is told of the king's death the morning after?
(a) She pretends to cry.
(b) She acts shocked.
(c) She laughs.
(d) She faints.

Short Answer Questions

1. How is the first witch offended in Act 1, Scene 3?

2. How does Lady Macbeth hear about the prophecy of the witches?

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

4. How does Banquo know that Macbeth will not remain king?

5. What does Macbeth see in a vision just as he is about to murder the king?

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