Macbeth Act 1

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Who is the King of Scotland in Act 1 of Macbeth?

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Duncan

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How does Lady Macbeth learn about Macbeth's victory and the witches' prophecies?

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A letter sent from Macbeth

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What is the term for when the audience knows something that a character does not, as seen with Macbeth's future title?

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Dramatic irony

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Who are Duncan's sons in Macbeth?

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Malcolm and Donalbain

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True or False: Both Macbeth and Banquo will be kings according to the prophecies.

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False

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What title is Macbeth given after his victory in battle?

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Thane of Cawdor

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What supernatural elements influence Macbeth's actions in Act 1?

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The witches' prophecies

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What is the significance of the witches in Macbeth?

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They foreshadow events and represent fate and ambition.

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What is Lady Macbeth's attitude towards power and ambition?

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She is ruthless and desires power at any cost.

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What does Macbeth's hesitation to kill Duncan reveal about his character?

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It shows his moral conflict and ambition.