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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What does Macbeth ask his wife to prepare for him for after he has completed his chore in Act 2, Scene 1?
(a) A bed.
(b) A horse.
(c) A drink.
(d) A bath.

3. What did Lennox tell Macbeth about the night of Duncan's murder?
(a) He was kept awake by strange noises and lamentations.
(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 had horrendous dreams.

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

5. Where is Banquo killed?
(a) At an inn.
(b) In a forest.
(c) Near the palace.
(d) On the road.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who escapes the ambush on Banquo in Act 3, Scene 3?

2. How many witches are there?

3. Where is this play set?

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

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

Short Essay Questions

1. In Act 3, Scene 1, what do the witches prophecy for Banquo's future?

2. How does Macbeth plan to kill Banquo and his son?

3. What is to be done with the captured Thane of Cawdor in Act 1, Scene 2?

4. What is the Porter doing just after Duncan is assassinated?

5. When do the witches vow to meet again before they part at the beginning of the play?

6. What does Lady Macbeth do in order to allow for Macbeth to have safe passage past Duncan's chamberlains in Act 1, Scene 7?

7. What does Macbeth hear just after murdering Duncan?

8. What causes Macbeth to hesitate in killing Duncan?

9. What does Duncan make the King of Norway do in order to bury his dead?

10. What does the witch do to punish the sailor's wife who offends her?

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