Macbeth: Act III, Scene I

What does Banquo wonder about the witches' prophecy?

• If perhaps they were wrong and he might become king one day.

• If there is any room for free will in the world or if all is fate.

• If his descendants will really become kings.

• If he could bribe or threaten them into changing the future.

How does Macbeth feel about Banquo?

• He believes Banquo to be a loyal friend.

• He fears that Banquo and his sons will cut short his reign.

• He thinks Banquo is planning on murdering him.

• In his madness, he forgets who Banquo is.

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What does Macbeth hire three men to do?

• Protect him from assassins.

• Kill Banquo and his son.

• Kill Macduff and his family.

• Find the witches so he can talk to them again.

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Does Lady Macbeth think this murder of Banquo and his son are necessary?

• No, but she'll help him if he does.

• Yes, she thinks the business won't be done until they are both dead.

• She's not sure and wants to err on the side of caution by killing them.

• She opposes it and threatens to stop Macbeth if he tries.

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Do the assassins succeed in killing Banquo and Fleance?

• No, they both escape and vow revenge.

• They kill Fleance but Banquo escapes.

• Yes, they kill both of them.

• They kill Banquo but Fleance escapes.

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