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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 does Macbeth ask mighty Neptune for help with?
(a) Resisting his wife.
(b) Killing Duncan.
(c) Becoming king.
(d) Washing blood off his hands.

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

3. What does Lady Macbeth says she has in her mind after hearing the prophecy of the witches?
(a) Lavish wishes.
(b) Important plans.
(c) Murderous intentions.
(d) A serpent's cunning.

4. Who of the following is NOT found in Act 1, Scene 2?
(a) Macbeth.
(b) Lennox.
(c) Duncan.
(d) Malcolm.

5. What does Lady Macbeth hear shortly after the deed with Duncan is done in Act 2, Scene 2?
(a) The hissing of a cat.
(b) An owl shriek.
(c) A bell tolling.
(d) The chamberlains yelling.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does Lady Macbeth plan after hearing about the prophecy from the witches?

3. Who does Macduff think is responsible for killing Duncan?

4. How are Malcolm and Duncan related?

5. What does Macbeth say about killing Duncan after Duncan arrives at his castle?

(see the answer key)

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