Macbeth: A Novel Quiz

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

Macbeth tells Duff that he should take a few days off, to rest. But what is Macbeth's true intention in saying this? (from Chapters 13 - 19 )

He wants to isolate Caithness and question her about the relationship she has with Duff.

He is no longer interested in pursuing an affair with Meredith, and figures that Duff might as well spend more time with her.

He is still undecided about how to deal with his old friend, Duff, and needs additional time.

He knows that Duff will be at his home in Fife, where he will be an easy target to kill.

2.

Before they were colleagues in the police department, how did Duff and Macbeth know each other? (from Chapters 1 - 5 )

They both lived in the same orphanage.

They are brothers.

They were both card dealers at Lady's casino.

Duff is Macbeth's brother-in-law.

3.

What key detail about their armed confrontation with the Norse Riders have Duff and Macbeth agreed to both lie about? (from Chapters 1 - 5 )

They hide the fact that they planted amphetamines on the dead bodies of the Norse Riders.

They hide the fact that they did not actually kill Sweno.

They hide the fact that the second Norse Rider they killed had not actually drawn a weapon on them.

They hide the fact that they crossed the border, into the district that is out of their legal reach.

4.

How does Macbeth turn his interview with the skeptical Walt Kite into a success? (from Chapters 20 - 24)

He sucks up to Walt Kite, who appreciates the flattery.

He reveals that Mayor Tourtell is guilty of sexual harassment.

He had dug up dirt on Walt Kite, and convincingly questions the host's true intentions.

He talks about how the city needs better, safer, and more plentiful jobs.

5.

Who is the only character who functioned as a double-agent for both Macbeth and Hecate? (from Chapters 38 - 44)

Bonus.

Malcolm.

Lennox.

Seyton.

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