Macbeth: A Novel Quiz

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

What subtle piece of information indicates to Banquo that Macbeth wanted him killed? (from Chapters 13 - 19 )

Macbeth had called just before Banquo departed for the Inverness to double-check what route Banquo would take to get there.

Both the Norse Riders and Hecate's men chase down Banquo in the tunnel.

Hecate tells Banquo that Macbeth is behind the hit right before Hecate shoots Banquo.

When Banquo triggered the police alarm by driving his car into the jewelry shop, no police ever came to the scene.

2.

What weapon does Duff use to kill Macbeth? (from Chapters 38 - 44)

A Gatling gun.

A lethal batch of brew.

A sword.

A dagger.

3.

What piece of advice from Lady does Macbeth originally reject? (from Chapters 25 - 31)

That they should find a way to kill Hecate.

That they no longer have use for Walt Kite, and the journalist should be killed.

That Seyton is no longer a trustworthy soldier.

The Inverness should be given an expensive renovation, as soon as possible.

4.

Duncan decides to promote Macbeth to lead the Organized Crime Unit for what unconventional reasons? (from Chapters 1 - 5 )

Macbeth's knife-throwing skills impress Duncan.

Macbeth is a common man, and does not actively seek promotions.

Duncan holds a deep grudge towards Duff, and will promote anybody other than Duff.

Duncan chose Macbeth's name at random.

5.

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

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

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

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