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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Act 1, Scene 4, in an aside to the audience, what does Macbeth say he is carrying?
(a) Deep and dark secrets.
(b) A murderous heart.
(c) Black and deep desires.
(d) Ambitions unto death.

2. Who do the witches plan to meet after parting in Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) Duncan.
(b) MacDonwald.
(c) Macbeth.
(d) McBride.

3. in Act 1, Scene 3, what do the witches tell Macbeth he will become?
(a) The king of England.
(b) The leader of the army.
(c) The Thane of Cawdor.
(d) A rich duke.

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 Duncan say gave Macbeth speed after the battle?
(a) Love for his wife.
(b) Fear for the safety of his family.
(c) Boredom.
(d) Joy of his new appointment.

6. What does Macbeth say about killing Duncan after Duncan arrives at his castle?
(a) It must be done soon.
(b) He cannot do it himself.
(c) It is not the time.
(d) He must not be seen as the culprit.

7. What does Lady Macbeth tell her husband to do in front of the king when he comes to their home?
(a) Get him alone.
(b) Play the innocent.
(c) Praise his masterful mind.
(d) Poison him.

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

9. What does Malcolm tell Duncan of the Thane of Cawdor just before the new Thane is named?
(a) He died with dignity.
(b) His men still honor him.
(c) He ran like a dog.
(d) He is still dangerous even in death.

10. Who does Macbeth hire after Banquo leaves the castle for the day in Act 2, Scene 1?
(a) Murderers.
(b) Cooks.
(c) Guards.
(d) Thieves.

11. Why is Banquo not able to attend the banquet until nightfall?
(a) He must attend to some important matters of state.
(b) He needs some rest.
(c) He has a long ride to make.
(d) He has to deliver the news of the new king ot the neighboring villages.

12. Who kills Banquo?
(a) Macbeth.
(b) Hired murderers.
(c) Macduff.
(d) Banquo's servants.

13. Who is the first to greet Duncan at Macbeth's castle?
(a) Macbeth.
(b) Malcolm.
(c) A servant.
(d) Lady Macbeth.

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

15. How does Banquo know that Macbeth will not remain king?
(a) He had a dream of Macbeth's assassination.
(b) Macbeth is sick.
(c) Banquo's sons were prophecied to be kings.
(d) He thinks Macbeth will step down when he sees how hard it is to be king.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who offends the first witch in Act 1, Scene 3?

2. Where is this play set?

3. What does Macbeth ask his wife to prepare for him for after he has completed his chore in Act 2, Scene 1?

4. When do the witches want to meet?

5. Who is the main enemy of Scotland at the time of this play?

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