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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is the main enemy of Scotland at the time of this play?
(a) Germany.
(b) England.
(c) Scandinavia.
(d) Norway.

2. How many witches are there?
(a) Three.
(b) Four.
(c) Six.
(d) Five.

3. What do the witches sense in the air in Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) Something murky.
(b) Something unexpected.
(c) Something astonishing.
(d) Something hopeful.

4. Where is the Old Man standing when he first appears on stage?
(a) In a dining hall.
(b) In his room.
(c) In the forest.
(d) Outside Macbeth's castle.

5. Who does Macbeth hire after Banquo leaves the castle for the day in Act 2, Scene 1?
(a) Thieves.
(b) Murderers.
(c) Guards.
(d) Cooks.

Short Answer Questions

1. When do the witches want to meet?

2. What title does Duncan hold?

3. What does Macbeth see in a vision just as he is about to murder the king?

4. Who is to be the new Thane of Cawdor?

5. How is the first witch offended in Act 1, Scene 3?

(see the answer key)

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