The Tragedy of Macbeth Act 2/3Quiz

What is the main idea of The Tragedy of Macbeth, Act II?

• Ambition leads to greatness.

• Even good people face tragedies.

• Murder leaves a heavy conscience.

• Learning from mistakes is important.

Why does Lady Macbeth drug the servants in Act II?

• To make them sleep during King Duncan's murder.

• To force them to assist in the assassination.

• To eliminate their memory of the crime.

• To ensure their silence about the events.

What does Macbeth mean by "the blood on his hands will redden all the seas"?

• He feels immense guilt for killing King Duncan.

• He fears washing away the bloodstains.

• He worries about being discovered.

• Lady Macbeth won't be able to wash away the blood.

Why does Lady Macbeth not kill King Duncan herself?

• She believes Macbeth must prove his strength.

• She thinks the witches' prophecy isn't for her.

• She sees King Duncan as her father in his sleep.

• She claims she's incapable of murder as a woman.

What is revealed as Act II closes? Choose three options.

• Strange animal behavior.

• Macbeth is about to be king.

• The old man's prophecy comes true.

• Malcolm and Donalbain are suspects.

• Funeral plans for Duncan aren't made yet.

Which action describes someone acting stealthily?

• Miriam slams the door loudly.

• Jake tiptoes quietly down the hall.

• Ramón practices trumpet loudly.

• Dr. Patel warmly greets friends.

What illustrates sacrilegious behavior?

• Hesitating to make decisions.

• Being late for appointments.

• Disrespecting an object of worship.

• Doing one's duty without complaint.

What does equivocate mean?

• To lie

• To mock

• To argue

• To whisper

What does "Sleep no more! / Macbeth does murder sleep..." mean to Macbeth?

• Macbeth feels the need to flee.

• Macbeth fears being the next victim.

• Macbeth can't find peace due to guilt.

What does Lady Macbeth mean by "My hands are of your color, but I shame / To wear a heart so white"?

• Her hands are stained with guilt, but unlike Macbeth, she is not going to let it show.

• Like Macbeth, she's unafraid. She does not have a pure heart.

• They are noble and expect a bright future.

• She's an accomplice, believing Duncan deserved death.