Macbeth Act 1 Scenes 4-5

At the beginning of Act 1, scene 4, we first hear of the death of...

• the former thane of Cawdor

• Duncan's son Malcolm

• Macbeth's only surviving child

• the King of Norway

How does Duncan treat Macbeth in this scene?

• He is cold and condescending.

• He is warm and appreciative.

• He is depressed and unable to say much.

• He is shy and reserved.

Whom does Duncan name the Prince of Cumberland?

• Macbeth

• Banquo

• Malcolm

• Ross

How does Macbeth react to the announcement regarding the Prince of Cumberland?

• He decides he cannot go through with his plans to murder Duncan.

• He seems to know that what he wants to do is evil, but he will do it anyway.

• He is relieved because now he will not have to kill anybody.

• He realizes that he is going to have to confess everything to Banquo and see what happens.

At the end of scene 4, where is everybody going?

• to Duncan's palace

• to Macbeth's castle

• to Banquo's home

• to witness the execution of the former thane of Cawdor

What is Lady Macbeth doing at the beginning of scene 5?

• embroidering a tapestry

• cooking a meal

• reading a letter

• sleeping soundly

How does Lady Macbeth react to the news about the witches' prophecy?

• She is terrified and uncertain.

• She is horrified and opposed to the plot.

• She is fierce and certain that she will do whatever is necessary to make Macbeth king.

• She does not seem to care either way-- she just wants her husband to be happy.

How does Lady Macbeth seem to feel about her husband?

• She thinks he ruthless and purposeful.

• She worries that he may not be able to do what is necessary to become king.

• She thinks he is evil and hopes that he will die.

• She is deeply afraid of him.

To whom does Lady Macbeth pray?

• The Virgin Mary

• Jesus

• St. Monica (the patron saint of wives)

• spirits that assist murderous thoughts

At the end of scene 5, how does Lady Macbeth advise Macbeth to act with King Duncan?

• honestly and openly

• welcoming and deceptive

• with hostility and rage

• coldly and reserved