Macbeth Act 3 (Scene 1 & 2)

Why does Macbeth decide to murder Banquo?

• The witches predicted that Banquo's son would become king.
• He believes that Banquo wants to kill him and become king himself.
• He knows that Banquo wants King Duncan’s sons to become king.
• He knows that Banquo wants him to stand trial for killing King Duncan.

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Before the banquet, Macbeth becomes unhappy and distracted. Lady Macbeth says to him, “Gentle my lord, sleek o’er your rugged looks; / Be bright and jovial among your guests tonight.” What does she mean?

• Be careful. Your guests are angry and not to be trusted.
• Don’t look so gloomy. Be cheerful with your guests.
• You look very rugged. Go clean up before seeing your guests.
• Don’t be so rough with people. They are your guests, not your enemies.

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How has Macbeth changed between the beginning of Act I and the middle of Act III?

• He has gained the respect and loyalty of his friends.

• He no longer hesitates to use betrayal to achieve his ends.

• He no longer doubts his ability to rule justly.

• He no longer regrets having killed King Duncan.

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When Macbeth says “Upon my head they placed a fruitless crown / And put a barren scepter in my gripe . . .” he means

• He will be prosecuted for his crimes.
• He and Lady Macbeth have many children.
• He has no male children.
• He has no right to be king.

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Which best summarizes Banquo's main point in this soliloquy?

• Macbeth only became king because of his great speaking ability; I have no hope to become king.
• Macbeth will kill me before my son becomes king; I must be careful and watch him.
• The witches were right about Macbeth (even if he cheated to get the crown); surely they must be right about me, too.
• The witches are only trying to lure me with hope; I will go speak with them to make sure they're truthful.

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Why does Macbeth say he can't kill Banquo himself?

• He has many friends who also want to kill Banquo
• He doesn't want to risk his and Banquo's friends finding out.
• He knows Banquo is a better fighter than he is
• He knows he won't have the courage to do it himself

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What does Macbeth tell them to do about Banquo's son, Fleance?

• To embrace him and take care of him
• To let him escape because he's too young
• To kidnap him and hold him for ransom
• To kill him, too

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How is Lady Macbeth is feeling about Duncan's death now?

• She's glad that Banquo is about to be killed
• She's unhappy and realizing that the murder wasn't making her content
• She regrets not having killed Donalbain and Malcolm, too
• She's enjoying the destruction of Scotland's joy

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What does Macbeth mean in the highlighted lines?

• I am covered in so much blood from Banquo's murder that I must wash before I am discovered.
• I have done so much wrong that taking it all back is just as difficult as moving forward and living with it.
• I have done so much wrong that I must start making the right choices to please God

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What word best describes Scotland during Macbeth's reign?

• peaceful
• flourishing
• depressed
• religious

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