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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. How does Lady Macbeth hear about the prophecy of the witches?
(a) She sees it in a dream.
(b) One of the witches comes to tell her.
(c) Her husband writes a letter about it.
(d) Duncan tells her about it.

2. What two reasons does Macbeth give for not wanting to kill Duncan?
(a) The prophecy will come true on its own, and he is likely to be caught.
(b) Duncan is the king and Macbeth loves him.
(c) Lady Macbeth is crazy, and Duncan loves them both.
(d) Macbeth is his host and he is a kinsman.

3. What does Macbeth see in a vision just as he is about to murder the king?
(a) A spear.
(b) A crown.
(c) A ghost.
(d) A dagger.

4. What does Banquo say about Macbeth's castle when he first arrives there?
(a) It is larger than he had anticipated.
(b) It is fit for a king.
(c) It is dark and dreary.
(d) It is pleasant and inviting.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does the first witch do to get her revenge on the person who offended her in Act 1, Scene 3?

3. What title does Duncan hold?

4. Who is the chief guest at Macbeth's celebration feast?

5. What does Duncan give Lady Macbeth in Act 2, Scene 1?

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