Macbeth Review

What is the main driving force behind Macbeth's actions throughout the play?

• ambition

• revenge

• fear

• guilt

How does Lady Macbeth influence Macbeth's decision to kill King Duncan?

• By convincing him that killing Duncan is the only way to secure their future.

• By promising him great power and wealth if he kills Duncan.

• By threatening to leave him if he doesn't go through with it.

• By questioning his masculinity and manipulating his ambition.

What are the three prophecies given by the witches to Macbeth?

• Macbeth will become Thane of Ross, Macbeth will become King of Wales, and Banquo's descendants will become emperors.

• Macbeth will become Thane of Inverness, Macbeth will become King of Ireland, and Banquo's descendants will become rulers.

• Macbeth will become Thane of Glamis, Macbeth will become King of England, and Banquo's descendants will become queens.

• Macbeth will become Thane of Cawdor, Macbeth will become King of Scotland, and Banquo's descendants will become kings.

How does Macbeth's guilt and remorse affect his mental state?

• Macbeth's guilt and remorse greatly affect his mental state.

• Macbeth's guilt and remorse improve his mental state.

• Macbeth's guilt and remorse have no impact on his mental state.

• Macbeth's guilt and remorse slightly affect his mental state.

What are some examples of power and corruption in the play Macbeth?

• Macbeth's loyalty, Lady Macbeth's kindness, witches' benevolence

• Macbeth's ambition, Lady Macbeth's manipulation, witches' prophecies

• Macbeth's humility, Lady Macbeth's generosity, witches' righteousness

• Macbeth's honesty, Lady Macbeth's compassion, witches' goodwill

What motivates Macbeth to continue his murderous actions?

• Fear and the pressure from the other characters.

• Ambition and the influence of the witches' prophecies

• Revenge and the betrayal of his friends.

• Greed and the encouragement of Lady Macbeth.

How does Lady Macbeth's guilt and remorse manifest itself?

• Writing letters of apology

• Crying and screaming

• Sleepwalking and hand-washing

• Praying and fasting

What role do the witches play in Macbeth's downfall?

• The witches are innocent bystanders and have no influence on Macbeth's actions.

• Macbeth's downfall is solely caused by his own greed and ambition, the witches play no role.

• The witches actually try to help Macbeth and prevent his downfall.

• The witches manipulate Macbeth's ambitions and provide prophecies that lead to his downfall.

How does Macbeth's ambition lead to his downfall?

• Macbeth's ambition leads to his downfall by causing him to engage in immoral and destructive actions.

• Macbeth's downfall is a result of his loyalty and obedience to King Duncan.

• Macbeth's downfall is a result of external forces beyond his control.

• Macbeth's downfall is caused by his lack of ambition and motivation.

What are the consequences of Macbeth's actions in the play?

• Macbeth's actions have no consequences in the play.

• Macbeth's actions lead to his rise in power and success.

• The consequences of Macbeth's actions in the play include his descent into madness, the loss of his moral compass, the destruction of his relationships, and ultimately his downfall and death.

• Macbeth's actions result in him becoming a respected and admired figure.