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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Macbeth say he will have to do if he is caught murdering the king?
(a) Kill himself.
(b) Go to prison.
(c) Fight another war.
(d) Frame his wife.

2. How does Lady Macbeth act when the king arrives at her castle in Act 1, Scene 6?
(a) Cold and harsh.
(b) Warm and inviting.
(c) Sweet and shy.
(d) Confused and nervous.

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

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

5. What is the weather like at the beginning of the play?
(a) Sunny and bright.
(b) Dark and misty.
(c) Lightning and thunder.
(d) Torrential rain.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. In Act 1, Scene 2, why does the sergeant not finish telling Duncan of the battle?

4. What do the witches say are their greatest pleasure in life?

5. Where does the sun seem to set at the beginning of the play?

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