Macbeth Act III/IV Review

As he considers Macbeth’s kingship, Banquo feels

• glimmers of hope for his own sons.
• his own death is near
• admiration for Macbeth's achievement.

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The “barren scepter” Macbeth refers to is a symbol implying that he

• It has no power.
• he has no son to inherit the throne
• he prefers a scepter barren of decoration.

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When Macbeth hears that Fleance has escaped the murderers, he reacts with

• happiness
• indifference
• anxiety

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When Macbeth begins talking to Banquo’s ghost, Lady Macbeth reacts by

• pretending she sees it too.
• telling others that Macbeth has an illness.
• confessing all of their crimes to the nobles.
• all of the above

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Hecate intends to ensure Macbeth’s downfall by making him

• fearful
• angry
• hopeful
• overconfident

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What does Banquo reveal as Scene 1 of Act III opens?

• he wants to leave Scotland
• He feels Macbeth will be a good king
• he fears that Macbeth killed Duncan
• he hopes to keep peace with Macbeth

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Why does Macbeth want Banquo dead?

• Banquo will be the father to a line of kings.
• Banquo is a friend of Donalbain
• Lady Macbeth wants him dead
• Banquo opposes Macbeth at every turn.

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In the extended banquet scene, Macbeth chastises Banquo for being absent. What makes that speech ironic?

• The other nobles are aware of Banquo's murder.
• That he is actually there in the form of a ghost.
• Banquo had no intention of attending the banquet.
• Macbeth is unaware that Banquo is dead

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In response to Macbeth’s questions, the witches

• tell him everything and predict the course of his entire life   
• . call upon the apparitions, who answer most of his questions but warn him not to probe too deeply 
• attempt to intimidate Macbeth and threaten him with a curse  

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When Macbeth hears that no one born of a woman will harm him, he decides to

• Kill all of the nobles' wives
• Kill Macduff anyway
• Let Macduff do his thing
• kill everyone in line for the throne, but spare their families