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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who kills Banquo?

2. How is Macbeth's plan not fulfilled in Banquo's murder?

3. What does Lady Macbeth give the chamberlains to make them sleep?

4. What news does Macbeth choose to not tell his wife after Banquo rides away from the castle in Act 3, Scene 2?

5. What does Duncan say gave Macbeth speed after the battle?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does one of the witches sense in the air in Act 1, Scene 1?

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

3. What causes Macbeth to hesitate in killing Duncan?

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

5. In Act 1, Scnee 6, what does Duncan say helped Macbeth to arrive at his castle so far ahead of himself?

6. What plans does Macbeth hide from his wife in Act 3, Scene 2?

7. What does Duncan reward Lady Macbeth with the evening before his assassination?

8. In Act 1, Scene 5, what does Macbeth write to his wife about while he is away at war?

9. What does Macbeth think his wife will do when she hears of his devious and secret plan in Act 3, Scene 2?

10. What does Lady Macbeth call her husband after he has murdered Duncan?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Despair is a theme placed in a number of sensitive places in this plot. What are some of these places, and what role does despair play in this play?

Essay Topic 2

Malcolm endures many different trials before the end of the play. What are some of these trials and what lessons does he learn through these experiences?

Essay Topic 3

Betrayal is a theme introduced at the very beginning of this play. How does this constant stream of betrayal affect the outcome of the plot, and which characters are most affected by it?

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