Macbeth Act 2-3 Quiz: Scene 4 and 1

What unnatural events do Ross and the Old Man discuss in Act 2, Scene 4?

• A) A solar eclipse during the day

• B) A falcon being killed by an owl

• C) A storm destroying Macbeth's castle

• D) Flowers blooming out of season

According to Ross and the Old Man, what happened to Duncan's horses?

• A) They flew away.

• B) They broke out of their stalls and turned wild.

• C) They turned into stone.

• D) They spoke human words.

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Who are suspected of committing King Duncan's murder?

• A) Macbeth and Lady Macbeth

• B) Banquo and Fleance

• C) Malcolm and Donalbain

• D) The servants Macbeth killed

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Who is the new king of Scotland in Act 2, Scene 4?

• A) Banquo

• B) Macbeth

• C) Malcolm

• D) Donalbain

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What does Banquo suspect Macbeth of doing to become king?

• A) Using witchcraft

• B) Cheating

• C) Winning a tournament

• D) Making a rightful claim

Why does Macbeth want Banquo and Fleance dead?

• To prevent Fleance from becoming king as prophesied

• Because Banquo insulted Macbeth

• To avenge Duncan's death

• To secure more power for Lady Macbeth

What reason does Macbeth give for not killing Banquo himself?

• He fears Banquo's ghost.

• He and Banquo have mutual friends.

• He does not want to upset Lady Macbeth.

• He believes it is not honorable.

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