Macbeth Act 1: Analysis Quiz

What motivates Macbeth to consider killing King Duncan?

• The prophecy of the witches

• His ambition and Lady Macbeth's persuasion

• The desire to become king as quickly as possible

• A direct order from King Duncan

What example of dramatic irony occurs in Act 1, Scene 4?

• Duncan declares his trust in Macbeth, not knowing Macbeth's thoughts of betrayal.

• Macbeth speaks of his loyalty to Duncan, fully intending to remain loyal.

• Lady Macbeth decides against the plan to kill Duncan, but Macbeth is unaware.

• The witches predict Macbeth's future, but he does not believe them.

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How does the relationship between Macbeth and Lady Macbeth evolve in these scenes?

• They become more distant and mistrustful of each other.

• Their relationship strengthens as they plan Duncan's murder together.

• Lady Macbeth becomes less influential over Macbeth.

• Macbeth starts to dominate the relationship, ignoring Lady Macbeth's advice.

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Summarize the key plot points from Act 1, Scenes 4-7.

• Macbeth becomes king, Banquo suspects him, and Macbeth plans to kill Banquo.

• Macbeth meets the witches, is named Thane of Cawdor, and begins to contemplate murder.

• Duncan names Malcolm as his heir, Macbeth contemplates regicide, and with Lady Macbeth's persuasion, decides to proceed.

• Macbeth kills Duncan, frames the guards, and is crowned king.

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What does Lady Macbeth question about Macbeth's character in Act 1, Scene 5?

• His loyalty to King Duncan

• His masculinity

• His ambition

• His courage

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What is the significance of Lady Macbeth's "unsex me here" speech in Act 1, Scene 5?

• It shows her desire to become more masculine to commit the murder.

• It highlights her wish to become a witch.

• It indicates her longing for power and status.

• It reveals her dissatisfaction with her marriage.

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What does Macbeth's hesitation to murder Duncan reveal about his character?

• His deep loyalty to the king

• His moral conscience and the conflict it causes with his ambition

• His fear of being caught and punished

• His lack of ambition and drive

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How does Lady Macbeth manipulate Macbeth into agreeing to murder Duncan?

• By threatening to leave him

• By questioning his manhood and ambition

• By promising him wealth and power

• By using logical arguments about the benefits of being king

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What role does the theme of fate vs. free will play in Macbeth's decision to murder Duncan?

• Macbeth believes he is fated to become king, which justifies his actions.

• Macbeth struggles with the idea that he has the free will to choose not to kill Duncan.

• The witches' prophecy makes Macbeth feel that he has no choice but to fulfill his fate.

• Macbeth's decision is portrayed as entirely free-willed, with no influence from the prophecy.

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What does Macbeth mean when he says, "False face must hide what the false heart doth know" in Act 1, Scene 7?

• He must pretend to be loyal to Duncan while planning his murder.

• He believes that deception is a necessary part of ruling.

• He is commenting on the deceptive nature of witches.

• He is expressing his inner conflict between good and evil.

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