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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 4, Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is so surprising about the way Lady Macbeth treats the king when he arrives at her castle in Act 1, Scene 6?
(a) She did not seem nervous before.
(b) She should be grateful to him.
(c) She is planning his murder.
(d) It appears she has changed her mind.

2. Who is to be the new Thane of Cawdor?
(a) Lennox.
(b) Duncan.
(c) Macbeth.
(d) Malcolm.

3. What do the witches sense in the air in Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) Something astonishing.
(b) Something hopeful.
(c) Something unexpected.
(d) Something murky.

4. What do the witches plan to harvest from the moon?
(a) Artificial light.
(b) A key to darkness.
(c) A vaporous drop.
(d) Dust of the moon.

5. Who is the main enemy of Scotland at the time of this play?
(a) Scandinavia.
(b) England.
(c) Germany.
(d) Norway.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Macduff's son compare himself to when he hears that his father has fled?

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

3. What do the witches do at the beginning of Act 4 when they are joined by Hecate?

4. Where is this play set?

5. Who is Duncan's heir?

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