Macbeth Act 1 Scene 3

Front

How many weird sisters does Macbeth meet?

Back

3

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CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

Front

What is the witches' prophecy for Banquo?

Back

He will father future kings.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

Front

Macbeth is called by which title that he does not hold?

Back

Thane of Cawdor.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

Front

Who is Macbeth's companion?

Back

Banquo.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

Front

How do the witches refer to Banquo?

Back

"Lesser than Macbeth and greater."

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CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

Front

What is the significance of the number of witches in Macbeth?

Back

The three witches symbolize fate and the supernatural, influencing Macbeth's actions.

Front

What does the title 'Thane of Cawdor' signify?

Back

It is a title of nobility in Scotland, given to Macbeth after the previous Thane's treason.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

Front

What role do the witches play in Macbeth's fate?

Back

They provide prophecies that spark Macbeth's ambition and lead to his downfall.

Front

What is the theme of ambition in Act 1 Scene 3?

Back

Ambition drives Macbeth to consider the witches' prophecies, leading to moral conflict.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

How does Banquo react to the witches' prophecies?

Back

He is skeptical and cautious, warning Macbeth about the potential consequences.